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1945
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2025
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Melvin Wright Obituary
Oct 19, 1945 - Jun 19, 2025
Melvin F. Wright, Jr. passed away on June 19, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was born on October 19, 1945, to Melvin Forbes Wright, Sr. and Edith Everett Wright in Elizabeth City, NC. Mel is survived by his loving wife, Jo Wright; sister, Ann Bundy; nieces and nephew, Melanie Michael (Greg), Clay Harris (Lisa), and Allison Hope (Jeff); great-nieces and nephew, Kesleigh Crews (Avery), Samantha Harris, and Scott Hope; and his four-legged companion, Willard. A celebration of Mel's life will be held in the Fall; details and memorials are to be announced. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com
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Sam B Smith Jr
August 4, 2025
I was a childhood friend of Mel, buying and trading baseball cards in the 50´s, and playing basketball together for the Elizabeth City HS Yellow Jackets in 1960 and 1961. At UNC, Mel, his close friend Ike Jackson and I shared many meals at the Pines Restaurant.
We lost touch as I returned to Elizabeth City after graduation and he continued school. I should have done a better job of staying in touch. Mel came to mind this morning when I watched Little League baseball on TV and I decided to get in touch. When I googled Mel, I was shocked to get his obituary. I felt really terrible and sorry to learn of his passing. My heart goes out to his family. He was a fine young man growing up and must have continued the same attribute through life. May he rest in peace. Sam Smith
Worth Mitchell
July 18, 2025
Jo, I am very sad hearing this news. Mel was a very good person. Myself as well as both my father and grandfather had much respect for him. He will be missed. Prayers
Worth Mitchell
(Son of Nick jr)
Maureen Orbock
June 24, 2025
I am so very sorry for your loss. I was a colleague of Mel and enjoyed working with him. Maureen Orbock
Dwight Allen
June 23, 2025
Mel was my moot court partner in law school, fraternity brother, friend for more than 50 years, and what every lawyer should be. We were also couple friends and Jo is also the greatest. Both always kept me laughing. My wife, Robin and I send our warmest wishes and thoughts to Jo and all the family.
Peggy Reingold
June 23, 2025
Jo, Bill and I are saddened to learn of your loss. Mel was truly one of the good guys - a consummate professional and wonderful human being. May he rest in peace.
Doug, Linda and Georgia Schaller
June 23, 2025
Mel was such a kind neighbor who always had a smile. We will dearly miss seeing and chatting with him and Willard, his best four pawed friend.
Jo, Mel and Willard will always be our favorite neighbors.
nils gerber
June 23, 2025
I had the pleasure of working for and with Mr. Wright. He was a very fine man and I will miss him.
My deepest condolences.
Frank Spence
June 22, 2025
Oh Jo, I am sick to hear this news! Mel was such a wonderful person and while circumstances have prevented me from seeing him over the last couple of years, I will miss him dearly. Please know you are in my prayers.
Chris Turner
June 22, 2025
Mel Wright was one of the best and finest men I have ever known. Blessings to Jo and Mel´s family. RIP my brother
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