Photo courtesy of Comeaux-Community Mortuary & Cremations - Beaumont
Jan 20, 1969 - Sep 30, 2023
It's been a year since you left us my brother. It's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Your were the best friend and brother a person could ever have. Rest well until we meet again. I love you man!!
Richard Moore
October 05, 2024 | Norfolk, VA | Family
Just seeing this, my friend...
Til we meet again, rest well JW.
Kumar Talib
April 07, 2024 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
So sorry to hear of JW's passing. My condolences to his family. Rest well JW.
Pamela Metz
November 22, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Coworker
Wow, what can I say. This was a total shock to me to hear of the passing of JW. He was always a very nice person. Funny and quick-witted!! But was always kind. You will definitely be missed Jay. We love you, but God loved you more and wanted you home with Him. To the family, you have my deepest condolences and prayers. May God bless and keep you all is my prayer. Godspeed Jay, I'll see you in the morning.
Jacqueline Franklin-McCue
October 21, 2023 | School
My condolences to Poppa's family. I miss my Big bro so much! I have a lifetime of memories with Jay growing up in the Southend. I learned so much from Jay. It was an honor to speak at Jay's Service. I will see you again my Big Bro. Rest well!
Richard, Jacqueline, & Richelle Moore
October 18, 2023 | Family
Wonderful person and excellent husband and dad. Loved by many. We will miss you.
Kimberly Jones
October 16, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
We extend our condolences to the family and apologize for our absence. JW was a very close friend and will always hold a special place in our memories. We pray for your peace & healing. Stay strong in the Lord & keep the faith. We loved him & always will, as he was an extension of our family. From our hearts to yours, we send love, hugs & prayers, now & always! Arthur & Freda Monroe San Antonio, Texas
Arthur Monroe, Sr
October 15, 2023
Sending my condolences and prayers to the Wright family.
Carline York
October 14, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
My deepest condolences to you Mrs Wright and Dylon. May God give you both His loving peace.
Catherine Howard
October 13, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
The Life Journey of J.W. Wright, Jr.
J.W. Wright, Jr. was born on January 20, 1969, in Beaumont, Texas to J.W. Wright, Sr. and Diana Charles Wright. He served in the U.S. Army briefly but was released with an honorable medical discharge in the same year. After returning home, he worked as a home builder with Guillory Construction Company. Later, he graduated with an associate degree in criminal justice from Kaplan University and became self-employed, doing contractor work for several companies in Texas. In addition, he was a Licensed Bodyguard, Level IV commissioned officer, and Reserved Deputy Marshal in Jeanerette, Louisiana.
Jay was warm and affectionate, a beloved husband, son, father, brother, uncle, and cousin. He had a generous heart and was always willing to help others. He cherished his family and friends the most, and his warm memories will always remain in their hearts. Jay was preceded in death by his father, paternal grandmother, maternal grandparents, and several uncles, aunts, and cousins.
On Saturday, September 30, 2023, Jay passed away at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Wright; his mother, Diana Charles-Wright; sisters, Renee Lee-Keller, Senna Wright Holloman, and Josette McCowan; brothers, Joey Pierre Sr., Jody Pierre, Sr., and Joseph Kirkendoll; daughters, Alexia Wright, Ra’Nell Lee, and Simran Wright; sons J.W. Wright, III, Jeevan Wright, Travon Alexander, and Dylon Gums; granddaughters, Nani ya Hailu, Hana Hailu, Noell Hailu, Brooklyn Wright and Luna Gasque; grandsons, Cullin Tantum Furr, Henok Hailu, Jr., and Jaydin Wright; nieces, Jaquitha Wright, Avi McCowan, Nina Pierre, Tiana Pierre, Ariana Pierre, and Journgi Kirkendoll; nephews, Jermey Wayne Lee, LaChoty Wright, Robert Keller, III, Shelomoh Wright, RayCoby-Jamal Selman, Abiyda Hardin, Joey Pierre, Jr., Jody Pierre, Jr., Jayce Pierre, LaJonte Kirkendoll, Josiah Kirkendoll, Alex Pickett and Jgi’Lyn Pickett; honorable childhood friends, Richard Moore and Reginald Eaglin; godson, Kevin Stoner, loving close-knit uncle, Norman Fontenot; and aunts, Teresa Wilson, Charlene Edwards, Willie Harris, and Agnes Stoner. He also leaves behind a village of family and friends who will always cherish his warm memories.
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