Vivian Seigler Wright

Vivian Seigler Wright of Wilmington, NC passed away quietly surrounded by family on December 27, 2021. She was married to the love of her life, Homer Neel Wright, Jr. for over 71 years. They shared a beautiful life together, full of joy, love, and the Lord. During her lifetime, she heralded many accomplishments, including becoming the first female County Commissioner for New Hanover County in 1972 and served until 1980.

Vivian leaves behind her doting husband, Homer Neel Wright, Jr, their two sons Homer Neel Wright of Wilmington and Charles Edward Wright and wife Donna of Savannah, Georgia, four grandchildren, CJ Wright and wife Renee of St. Petersburg, Florida, David Wright of Charlotte, NC, Christel Wright of Savannah, Georgia, and Katherine Sigmon with husband Carl and their three children Tristan, Ginger, and Cayden, Vivian and Neel’s 4 great grandchildren.

Vivian was an active member of Pine Valley Church of God, since the 1980s. She devoted her life to God, her husband, and her family. She was known for her academic achievements in her younger years, such as receiving the Amy Bradley Award from her alma mater, New Hanover High School. She took great pride in education and encouraged the same passion to others.

Services will be held at Pine Valley Church of God in Wilmington, NC on Thursday, December 30, 2021. The viewing will be at 1 PM, followed by the service at 2 PM. The burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.