James Buford Wright

James Buford Wright obituary, Garland, TX

James Buford Wright

James Wright Obituary

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James B. Wright, born November 9, 1936 in Sanger, Texas, peacefully passed away on February 28, 2022 at Methodist Hospital in Richardson. He is survived by his wife, Hannelore Wright, daughter, Susie Lore Smith, son-in-law, Randy Smith, grandsons, Austin James Smith, Corey Daniel Smith and Jason Ross Smith, great granddaughters, Addisyn Zoey Smith and Dalilah Rose Smith, granddaughter-in-law, Alisha Haines, and many nieces and nephews. Wright joined the army in 1957 and was stationed in Germany where he met and married his wife and had their only child in October of 1960. He returned to the states with his family in 1962, and finished his service at Ft. Hood. From there, Wright and his family moved to Garland, an hour south of Era and Gainesville where he was raised. He was a good, strong, hard-working man, and loved his family, especially his grandsons and great granddaughters. Wright's family loved him deeply and will miss him forever and always. A celebration of life is planned for Saturday, April 9th at 1 pm at his daughters home at 2406 Richfield Drive, Garland, Texas 75040.

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Cheril Giles

March 12, 2022

I have such fond memories of Mr. Wright (that's what I have always called him since Susie and I became friends in high school). When I think of him, I remember spending nights at their home and I think of his voice, so strong and distinctive as was he. I can still hear it in my head. In recent years our paths crossed mainly at the family birthday parties. How proud he was of his family - every one of them. He always greeted with a smile, a kind word and that tiny twinkle in his eyes. The love within this family is so evident and I know the loss is difficult. Praying for all of you and for God's peace through your time of grief.

Kim Russell

March 8, 2022

We loved our Uncle James so much and will miss him so much. He was a true gentleman and quite the comedian.

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