Jerry Wright

Jerry Wright obituary, Oklahoma City, OK

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Jerry Earl Wright, born May 6, 1941 in Kingfisher, OK, went to be with the lord on September 7,2025. Jerry passed away peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer. Jerry grew up in South Oklahoma City with his loving parents Earl and Maxine Wright. After graduating from Southeast High School, he served as a Federal Civil Servant for 35 years at Tinker Air Force Base before retiring with the title Chief of Transportation.

Jerry loved horses and going to the race track. He also loved golfing with his family & friends and riding his motorcycle across the U.S. with his wife Linda.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife Linda of 65 years, his daughter Jeri Lynn Howard & her husband Narrah, his son Randel Wright, and his two grandsons Jackson Howard and Hudson Howard.

"Never will our husband, father, and grandfather be forgotten. You will be held forever in our hearts" - Your Loving Family

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Sending our love and condolences to Linda and the family in this difficult time. We love you guys. Gary and Cheryl Wright

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Wright Graveside Service at Spring Creek Memorial Cemetery

14300 North County Line Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73142

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