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Mark Wright Obituary

Mr. Mark Edward Wright, 58, of Madison Heights, Va., passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, John F. Wright and Dallie W. Wright; and eldest sister, Karen Wright-Ellis.

Mark graduated from Liberty High School class of 1983. He was the owner of the Wright Co., LLC a subcontractor for the United States Postal Service. He had a love for traveling and fast cars. He loved life, his family, friends and he never met a stranger. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

Left to cherish his memories are his siblings Pamela W. Garrett, Winston (Sheila) Wright, Douglas (Loretta) Wright, Melinda W. Cunningham, Jennifer W. Carson, Maxine Wright, Clarissa Wright and Davon Wright; a host of nieces and nephews who loved their uncle dearly. His loving and caring godmother, Elizabeth Holt; devoted friends/brothers, Ronnie Fowler, Kevin Alexander and Victor Douglas.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Scott Zion Baptist Church, 2602 Galts Mill Rd., Madison Heights, VA 24572. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. The remains will lie in state on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, from 1 until 7 p.m. in the Bedford Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home.

Published by The News & Advance on Oct. 18, 2022.

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Che Bunch

October 23, 2022

The most selfless person I have ever known with the most positive grateful outlook on life. Anyone who knew Mark was blessed by his presence.

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CW and Lynn Saunders

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Dee

October 20, 2022

Will always hold you close to my heart

Pamila

October 20, 2022

Sending love & prayers to the Wright family.
Our sincere condolences
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Sandy Bottoms Wallace

October 20, 2022

Mark was such a good person. He had such strong faith in God and love for his family and friends. Praying for the family as you remember Mark with love.

Heidi Scott

October 19, 2022

So very sorry for the families loss prayers sent

Risper

October 19, 2022

A life well lived! He lived to serve and serve he did. His unselfish spirit blessed many. Praying for peace, comfort and courage for those whose lives he touched and thanking God for allowing our paths to cross.
Lovingly, Anderson & Risper Family

Michael Williams

October 19, 2022

I´m really going to miss you great memories at the Post Office..Praying for your Family

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John Jefferson

October 18, 2022

Prayers for the family!!

Zina

October 18, 2022

Sending prayers and my condolences to the family

THERESA RUSSELL

October 18, 2022

Condolences & Prayers for the family.

Melissa Dean

October 18, 2022

Such a sweet man gone too soon!

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2602 Galts Mill Rd., Madison Heights, VA

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