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Pastor James Michael "Jim" Wright Sr.
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James Wright Obituary
WALNUT COVE - "A true man of God went home to be with the Lord he has so faithfully served and loved", Pastor James "Jim" Michael Wright Sr., 59, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.
Funeral service for Pastor Wright will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at Gospel Light Baptist Church in Walkertown with Dr. Alan Mason, Rev. Darren Stevens and Dr. Bobby Robertson officiating. Burial will follow in Crestview Memorial Park in Rural Hall with military rites provided by District 11 Memorial Honor Guard.
He was born on February 12, 1948, the son of John Cavrich and Katherine Louise Wright. Pastor Wright served as a minister for 30 years and was the former pastor of Highland Baptist Church in Martinsville, Va., Marshall Baptist Church in Winston-Salem and most recently Vienna Baptist Church in Pfafftown. Jim served on the board of the Virginia Assembly of Independent Baptist Churches and also as a representative for Bob Jones Baptist University from 1985-1987. Jim graduated from Empire State Baptist Seminary in Syracuse, N.Y. and did graduate studies with Bob Jones University and Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. He served our country proudly during the Vietnam War as a Military Police Provost Investigator with the United States Army where he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. There weren't many things that Jim couldn't do or fix.
Love and devotion for his family, children and grandchildren was the most important things in his life outside his love of the Lord.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandmother, Helen Wright; and his in-laws, Helen and Charles Jones.
He is survived by his wife, Dianna Lynn Jones Wright of the home; a daughter, Kristie Wright Nieto and husband, Eugene of Winston-Salem; two sons, James Wright II and wife, Erica of Kill Devil Hills and Jason Wright of Winston-Salem; two grandchildren, Vann Hunter Nieto, who in his eyes the sun rose and set and Renna Marie Wright, the granddaughter he had wanted all his life; one brother, John F. Wright and wife, Dottie of Fairmont, West Virginia; a half sister, Angela of West Virginia; a half brother, Steven Cavrich of Fairmont, West Virginia; a special aunt, Helen Virginia Murphy of Worthington, West Virginia; several special brothers and sisters-in-laws and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 this evening at Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home in Rural Hall.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Pastor Jim Wright Memorial Fund, First Citizens Bank, 8715 Broad St., Rural Hall, N.C.
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Pastor Timothy Gillam
May 24, 2007
Dianna and Family, I just learned of Jim's home going. I am deeply saddened. It didn't seem that long ago that we renewed contact. Be assured of our prayers for you all. Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of His saints.
MICHAEL BENDER
May 24, 2007
We were so shocked and saddened by the news of your dear husband and Father, but trust you are being comforted knowing he is safe with the Lord.
Jim was a great blessing to me and help to us at the Martinsville Christian School. He was such an encouragement. Our prayers are with you. My son, Kenny remembers Jason. My brother Dennis informed me and he too is grieved.
I know that God will provide you all you need as you rest in Him!
Michael Bender
Former pastor of Druid Hills Baptist Church
Brad and Sarah Calhoun
May 24, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about Pastor Wright's death; we just found out today. His ministry to us always blessed and challenged us to serve the Lord faithfully.
We are praying for you all. May the Lord comfort you during this time of great loss.
J. R. Williams
May 23, 2007
Our prayers are with the family.
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Mack and Rebecca Phipps
May 16, 2007
Dianna and family,
Even though we did not know your husband and father, it was evident from knowing Dianna that family was so important. It is never easy to lose those we love, but knowing our loss is heaven's gain can ease the pain. God bless you all in this time of sorrow. We are both available if you need to talk.
May 16, 2007
DIANNA AND CHILDREN, HEAVEN IS A LITTLE BRIGHTER NOW. GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF EACH OF YOU AND HELP YOU THROUGH EACH DAY...JIM WAS AWONDERFUL MAN OF GOD WHICH MY FAMILY LOVED DEARLY....GRACIE WILL BE SO PROUD TO STAND WITH HIM IN HEAVEN. I KNOW THAT SHE IS STILL SMILING EVERTIME SHE SEES HIM! MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN MEMORIES, FRIENDS AND MOST OF ALL OUR SAVIOUR. LOVE YOU DEARLY.....ROBIN MYERS KNIGHT
Becky Draper
May 15, 2007
Dianna, Jim, Jason, Kristy, I am sorry to hear of your loss . He meant alot to many people.Love and prayers to you and your family .
Brian and Stephanie Weer
May 15, 2007
We were so saddened to hear today of Pastor Jim's passing. We very much enjoyed his preaching, and were just highly speaking of him a few days ago. We pray that God will provide comfort and peace that passes all understanding. God bless you.
Frank Lawson
May 15, 2007
Dianna, Jim Jr., Kristie, Jason and family,
Please know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers daily. I pray that God will continue to wrap His arms of love, comfort and strength around you, as you start each day.
Love in Christ,
Frank Lawson & Family
susan profitt(was holder)
May 15, 2007
dear dianna, jim jr.,christie and jason...your father was a dear friend and inspiration in my life and will be greatly missed. please let me know if there is anything at all that i can do for you.
Bobby & Naomi Edwards
May 14, 2007
Naomi and I did not find out about Bro. Jim's passing until last night. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. We would have gone to the funeral; if we had known about it. We send you our heart felt and deepest sympathy. If we can do anything to help you please let us know. Shalom! May God give you comfort that only He can give to you at this time. May God bless you.
Dan, Jonna, Blake and Bianca Reiner
May 14, 2007
Dear Dianna, Jim Jr., Jason, Kristie, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. It is our loss as well. We are sorry we could not be there for the funeral as we are in Brazil right now. You have been in our prayers.
Love,
Donnie Calhoun
May 14, 2007
I am so sorry today to hear of Pastor Jim`s passing. My mother was a charter member of Marshall Baptist Church, and she requested that Jim would do her passing serimonies. She loved him so much.Even though I only got to meet him a couple of times, he was a true gentleman, and a man of God.
Betty & Jon Feltz
May 13, 2007
May we express our deepest sympathy on your loss. We attended church with Jim when he lived in West Virginia. We have many fond memories of him and his brother John at Monongah Baptist Church.
The Wright's
May 13, 2007
Dianna and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Pastor Wright's passing. He holds a special place in our hearts. Not only was he an inspiration to us while attending Marshall he also married me to my "Mr. WRIGHT". I was just looking at pictures the other day of our wedding and thinking how much I missed his sermons. He never failed to hold my attention or minister to the areas I needed to be hit spiritually. He was missed by our family simply because we weren't at his church. Now, he will be missed in a different way. We know we will see him again!! Take care. You are in our thought's and prayers.
Jason, Julie Mcgee Wright and family
Ann Lawson
May 12, 2007
Dianna, and children
Iam so sorry to here about Preacher Wright.I only heard about it today .I Enjoyed EVERY sermon HE PREACHED he was a true man of God.My heart breaks, you are in my prayers and thoughts.I could listen to Preacher Wright preach all day when we went to Marshall Baptist
Love in Christ
Amanda Warden , Ann Lawson
Alex Daniels
May 12, 2007
Diana,
I just wanted to let you know how much I love you and your family. You will always be in my heart, my thoughts, and my prayers. No amount of words can end your grieving. I wanted to tell you that Pastor Wright is not dead, just his body- his soul is rejoicing in heaven. Whenever I feel burdened I go to the bible and read John 11:25-26 " Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in me shall never die."
God Bless,
David and Susan Coe
May 12, 2007
Dianna, Jim, Jason and Kristi:
It has been several years since we've seen or had the opportunity to speak to you, but Jim's loss is one that will be felt by many for years to come. We cannot adequately express our sympathy with words, but you are very much in our prayers. Heaven is now an even sweeter place with Jim at home.
Deborah
May 12, 2007
All of you are in my prayers for Jesus' love and comfort. Our rock and hope.
It was because of mom's (Frances) words of respect and love when she spoke of Pastor Wright that I wanted him to baptize me. I was blessed by the love and caring I saw in his heart when I spoke with him before my baptism and the few times I have seen him. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Just as Pastor Wright and all of us are kept in Jesus' heart. Jesus is crying with us.
Betty Kanode
May 12, 2007
Dianna, Jim, Jason and Kristi: My heart breaks along with yours at this sad time. Always remember that God's plan is not always ours but we know that His is always the best. We will someday be reunited with Jim and only then will we understand why this happened. My love and prayers are with you and may God's presence fill the void in your hearts till we see him in Glory.
Love in Christ.
Samantha Daniels
May 12, 2007
To Dianna,
I know this is a terrible tragedy for you, me and everybody. Everybody loved him and I think he was the best preacher I've ever heard. He actually got my attention. I just want to let you know that you will be in my prayers.
June Rogers
May 12, 2007
Dianna and family, I was so sorry to hear about Jim passing away. I knew Jim as a young boy in our church in Monongah -- he was in the youth group with my daughter, Pat. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Brandi Sconzo (Howerton)
May 12, 2007
Dianna and Wright Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday! Pastor Wright touched my life in so many ways! He was always so Loving and Loyal to his friends and family! He was TRUELY a "Man of God!" I can only imagine his Crown!!
We Love You!
Eric Pingle
May 12, 2007
Jim and family...I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Jim it has been so many years since we last talked but I have to tell you that I think about you all the time. I have made several attempts to track you down and have never had any luck-I did not want to find you this way. I will be praying for you and your family-please let them know that they are on my mind. I know you are also celebrating the fact that your Dad is home now and has found true peace. When things have calmed down and you're ready to talk, please contact me-we have so much to catch up on. I still consider you one of the best friends I've ever had and I'm looking forward to hearing from you. Take care and God bless.
Troy and Beth Pingle
May 12, 2007
Diane, Jim, Jason and Kristy,
I can't begin to express how sorry I am to hear about the loss of your husband and father. Although I haven't seen you or Jim in years, I have nothing less than good memories of him and all of you. I pray that God will give you understanding and peace during this trying time knowing that Jim is with our Lord this day. I love and miss every one of you and look forward to seeing or hearing from my old Summit Street friends. My family, Don, Sue, Eric and Erin send their love and prayers. We will be praying for your family. God Bless.
Tiger Redmond
May 12, 2007
Dianna and Family,
Erin and I will be thinking of all of you during these difficult times. Pastor Wright was responsible for bringing my father closer to the Lord and for that I will be forever greatful. He always made Erin and me feel greatly appreciated when we returned from overseas deployments with the Army. He will be greatly missed by the entire community.
Tiger Redmond & Erin Stewart
Chaplain Salmon
May 12, 2007
To the Wright Family,
We are praying for our Lord's comfort to you.
Chaplain Daniel R. Salmon
Chaplain. City Of King
Angela Cavrich Jackson
May 12, 2007
Dear Dianna and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. Although we didn't really know each other, Jimmy was my brother and I feel as if all of you are my family. What a great man he was, and he will be sadly missed.
God Bless,
Angela Cavrich Jackson and family
Gerald and Karen Wheeler
May 11, 2007
Dianna and Family,
We are so sad about the passing of Pastor Wright. He was such a
blessing to us from the first time we ever came to church there. We
looked forward to hearing him preach God's Word each service.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Keith Rorrer
May 11, 2007
Dianna,Jim,Jason&Kristie,
Im so sorry for your loss.Pastor
Wright ment so much to me and
was a great help in my time of
need and my prayers go out to
all of you at this time.
In Christ,
Robbie, Ginger, Desiree and Kaitlynn Jones
May 11, 2007
Aunt Diane, Jimmy, Jason and Kristi,
Our hearts go out to you as you endure the loss of such a wonderful man. May God be with you in this time of loss. As our hearts also endure the pain of losing an uncle. May god be with this family.
Barbara Craven
May 11, 2007
Diana and Family,
John and I hold you in our prayers for comfort, strength and peace now and in the days ahead.
But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter of mine head. I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Psalm 3:3-4
Love in Christ, John and Barb Craven
Melanie Redmond
May 11, 2007
Dear Diana and Family,
Words can never express what Pastor Wright has done for me and my family. He holds a special place in our hearts and will always be special to us. He was a true man of God and loved his family so dearly. He brought my husband, father in law and niece to the Lord and I will forever be grateful. One day we will ALL rejoice in heaven together. If you and your family EVER need anything please call us day and/or night.
Love always in Christ,
Steven, Melanie, Kayla and Kody Redmond
Don and Joan Kinzer
May 11, 2007
Dear Dianna and Your Dear Family,
Our hearts are so saddened by your deep loss and great sadness. We will be praying for you and asking our Heavenly Father to hold you close to His loving heart..only there is comfort and great peace in this time of storm.
We love you and will be praying for you.
Don and Joan Kinzer
Denise Boland
May 11, 2007
We are all so sorry for your loss. We have great memories of Pastor Wright and your family. You remembered us when our mother passed and we will be remembering you all in our prayers. All our love, Melissa Davis and Denise Boland (Rowland girls)
Felicia Kilborn
May 11, 2007
Dianna and Family,
Our sincere and deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Pastor Wright meant a lot to us. He brought us to the Lord and he helped us understand and love the word. Sunday's went to fast, we could have listened to Pastor Wright preach as long as he had a voice. He will always be in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. With Love Matthew, Felicia, and Joselyn Kilborn.
Mike and Donna Romedy
May 11, 2007
Dianna,
We Love You and your family and pray for you during this time of sorrow. We miss Pastor Wright but only for a moment for we will see him in heaven when we get there. Jim is walking with Jesus.
Mike and Donna
Romedy
and Family
With loving memories, Paul, Dee & Wiley
May 11, 2007
Pam Smith
May 11, 2007
Dianna, Jim, Jason, Kristy
There are no words to express the loss we feel. Pastor Wright was such an inspiration to both Jes and me. Jes loved and valued his talks with his pastor. He always made time for Jes. We love you and will miss him so much. Each of you are in our hearts and and we are here for you when you need us. Love In Christ, Pam, Jes and Jim's favorite baptist dog, Harley!
Renea Breck and Zachary Price
May 11, 2007
There arent enough words in the world to express my sympathy to you for the loss of such a loving man. I am only sorry that we are not closer to be able to help give you the support that you need. We love you very much and pray that you are able to find the answers to all of your questions and that the Lords love envelopes you completely.
Tracie York Beauchamp
May 11, 2007
Diana, Jim and Erica, Jason, Kristie and Eugene:
Words cannot express my sincerest and deepest sympathy for you all at this time. He was a good husband, father, and father-in-law. No matter what the trials or conflicts I've always admired his love for Lord and passion for the call God had on his life. I am grieving the loss with you. May the Lord keep you close to Him, give you strength, peace and comfort in the days that lay ahead. May the legacy of his love for God be passed down through your families' generations.
Love and prayers,
Tracie York Beauchamp
Brent, Stacey, Alex, Samantha, Luke, and Katie Daniels. Gaye Middleton
May 11, 2007
Dianna and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Pastor Wright really meant a lot to our family and we were truly blessed to have known him.
Justin Ogburn
May 11, 2007
Wright Family,
I am very deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Pastor Wright. I still can not believe it! I dont think that I have ever met anyone as nice or caring as Pastor Wright. I am very sorry for the loss but one day we will be able to see him again.
Elizabeth Russell (formally Simmons Ron and Marlenes daughter)
May 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. I can't imagine what you are going through right now. I was under Pastor Wrights teachings at a very pivotal time of my life and God really spoke to me through him. He truly was a man of God I will always respect and remember him.
Rev. Ed Thomason
May 11, 2007
May the grace, peace and strength of our loving Lord enfold each of you in His arms. We,your brothers and sisters in Christ, sorrow along with you. Jim was a fine Pastor, husband, father, friend. He was also a kind, gracious loving man who honored His Lord with His life. May we all do the same until "He" comes!
Debbie Johnson
May 11, 2007
I am so sadden by the loss of Preacher Wright. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. My uncle Tex Tuttle thought of and loved Preacher Wright just like a brother and thank you so much for all you and your family have done for my uncle. If I can be of any help,please feel free to contact me
Love In Christ
Debbie McBride Johnson
Janet Queen
May 11, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to your entire family at this time of tragedy in your life. Pastor Wright will be missed by everyone that knew him and he will forever hold a special place in the hearts of many.
Kenneth Davis
May 11, 2007
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Pastor Jim.He is a wounderfull Pastor and Frend.God Bless & confort you all.
A former menber of Marshall Baptist Church.
Kenneth Davis
Sandra Chapman
May 11, 2007
Dianna and Family my deepest sympathy is with all of you. Please keep the Faith it will see you through. The Lord said He would never leave us or forsake us.If you need anything let me know. P.S I am Martha Slater sister. Dianna you and Pastor Jim meant a lot to me.God Bless all of you.
Peggy Troutman
May 11, 2007
Dear Pastor Wright's family,
I do not know you all, but I have friends and relatives who go to your church(Spease, Wrights & Lanes). Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers because of your loss. I know it isn't easy to hear now, but you and your loved one and Jesus will be united again. May God bless all of you during this time of grief. Peggy Troutman
Marian Talley-Cunningham
May 11, 2007
I will be praying for you and your family. My deceased husband was a pastor and we often sat with Jim at the Fellowship meetings in Roanoke. He was always a gracious and kind man with a good grasp of scripture. He will be truly missed. Marian Talley-Cunningham, Bedford, VA
Gayle Meadors
May 11, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Homer and Gayle Meadors
Members of Highland Baptist Church
Nathan McGee
May 11, 2007
Dear Wright Family,
I was and still am shocked by what has happened, but please know that each of you will always hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers have and will continue to go out for you all.
My fondest memories of Preacher Jim will be playing softball and his very competitive spirit. I also will never forget shocking him with my 'acting' ability in the Kingsmen skit I used to do at Marshall.
God will find HIS Glory through everything!
Love Always!
Nathan L McGee
Ron and Marlene Simmons
May 11, 2007
Dear Diana and Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Jim's passing has left a sense of loss to us and I can't even imagine how you must feel. God be with you during this time. Blessings and Prayers,
Sandra Walker
May 11, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Betty Combs
May 11, 2007
Dianna, Jimmy, Jason and Kristie,
I send my deepest sympathy and love to all of you. I feel our loss of Jim with great sadness.
Leah Robbins
May 11, 2007
Dear Dianna, Jim, Jason & Kristie,
You are continually in our thoughts and prayers. We pray the Lord gives you the strength and peace you need.
With Love,
Travis, Leah and Natalie Robbins
Kathy Dickinson
May 11, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart felt prayers go out to his loved ones.
Pastor Wright was a wonderful man of the Lord. He was there to help us thru the loss of my Grandmother Nancy Thompson in September 2004. If there is anything I can do for the family please feel free to call upon me. Keep your faith and may god be with you during this time.
Betty Kanode
May 11, 2007
Diana, Kristy, Jim and Jason: My heart breaks with yours for this wonderful man who has meant so much in my life. We know God's plan is always right even if we don't agree or understand. My prayers are that His Spirit will lift your hearts at this time and my love goes out to you all.
Rusty and Kathy Wright
May 11, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jimmy was a really good man and Stella is heart broken and she has so many good memories of Jimmy. She was so sad that he passed away on the same day as Clarence Jr. two years later. She wanted to be able to go to the funeral but is not able to travel due to her back and arthritis. We love you all.
Jeanne Swackhammer
May 11, 2007
Dianna, Jim, Jason, Kristy
Our deepest sympathy, love and prayers are with yous. Words cannot express the loss we feel. Though we were far apart in miles, you were always in our hearts. Just know that we are with you in sharing this loss and our God, your friends and family are there for you. Love In Christ, Tom & Jeanne Swackhammer & family
Maria Crocker (Little) Marshall Baptist Church
May 11, 2007
Dianna, Jason ,Kristie & Jim Jr, I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Pastor Wright. I somehow hope you find comfort in this tragedy. I send my deepest condolences to you Dianna and the family during your time of grief and sorrow.
Carolyn Stowe
May 10, 2007
Dianna, Jim, Jason and Christy. My prayers are with you. God promises to be with us through the good times and the bad. Continue to have faith and trust in our Lord Jesus Christ. Call upon Him. He will give you strength.
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