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Kathreen Wright Obituary

Kathreen J. Wright HAMMOND, IN - Kathreen J. Wright, age 73, of Hammond, IN passed away at home December 30, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Kathy is survived by her children: Jeff (Sandy) Wright, Tammy (Tom) Yack and Tina Adams; grandchildren: Natalie Cruz, Leslie Adams, Brian (Tiffany) Adams, Katie (Amaury) Martinez, Taylor Wright, Jake Wright and Emma Klefeker; great grandchildren: Maddox, Parker, Rylee and Raelynn; sister, Wanda Whitworth; sister-in-law Liz Brasher; brother-in-law, Robert Wright; several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Charles Wright; daughter, Janie; parents Basil Humphrey and Myrl Harrison, brother, James "Buddy" Humphrey. Kathy was the matriarch of her family and the glue that held everyone together. She cherished every moment that she was surrounded by her loving family and devoted her life to her children and her grandchildren in order to give them the best life possible. Kathy enjoyed taking walks on the bike trail, shopping and having lunch at The Wheel with her Golden Girls GeJuan Irby and Shirley Davis. She was an avid fan of country music and dancing. Kathy had a smile that could light up a room. While we are all saying Goodbye Darlin', we can only hope that Conway Twitty was there to take your hand at the Pearly Gates and welcome you with a "Hello Darlin". Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, January 4, 2018 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the SOLAN PRUZIN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY 14 Kennedy Ave Schererville, IN. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Friday January 5, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Scott Ferry leading our prayers. Kathy will be laid to rest with Charlie at Elmwood Cemetery Hammond, IN. solanpruzinfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times on Jan. 3, 2018.

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Ge Juan Irby

December 30, 2022

It´s the 5th anniversary of your passing . You are in my thoughts today & everyday. We lost 3 of you all within 4 months of each other in 2017 , definitely not a good year .
You´re all missed very much .
Much Love, Ge Juan

Jim Pawlowicz

January 10, 2018

To Jeff and the entire Wright family, my deepest condolences on the loss of a great mother, wife and cheer leader. I have the most respectful and fondest of memories of Mrs. Wright from many many years ago, and feel for your loss.

Cyndi Kiest

January 5, 2018

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to Jeff, Tina and Tammy in the loss of your mom

Diana Marlow

January 4, 2018

Tina, tammy, jeff and family. So sorry to hear about Kathy. She will be missed by all who knew her. She can now reunite with Charlie. I only hope she sees mom and dad. My love to all of you.

Dianne T. Gerling

January 4, 2018

Tina, Jeff, Tammy and family;

Keeping you all in my daily thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you keep the memories and fun times with your parents close to your heart and always remember that both of them will always be watching over and walking beside you in the form of a Guardian Angel.

With deepest sympathy,

Mick Eggebrecht

January 4, 2018

Our sincerest condolences to the whole Wright family for there loss.

Sandy Skalba

January 4, 2018

My condolences to the Wright family. Your mom and your dad were very special people and raised such wonderful children. My heart goes out to Jeff, Tammy and Tina and all of their families. May Kathy rest in peace with her Charlie. xoxo

January 3, 2018

Our Condolences to the Wright.
Family
From Pete and Ida Saims

GeJuan Irby

January 3, 2018

My deepest condolences & love to the Wright Family.
May you find peace in knowing she isn't hurting anymore & is with Charlie again & reunited with Janie. I too hope ole Conway is waiting to take her hand & give her that ole "Hello Darlin"
I cannot begin to tell you how much I will miss my
Dearest friend, only my heart knows & breaks.
We have gone thru so much together & mostly all fun & laughs for past 40 some years..
Love you Kathy ; Golden Girls is less today ; tell the other Golden Girl "Rose " hello for me .
Love "Blanche"

Robin & Craig Davis

January 3, 2018

Craig and I are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Kathy was a very thoughtful and wonderful person. Craig will never forget the baseball trips your families shared along with the love and laughter all of you had experienced and bonded over each and ever get together. I can personally tell you that there isn't a story that Mom and Dad Davis wouldn't laugh through when telling me about it. May you find peace and love in the fondest of memories that you all have cherished with your Mom. We love you. Our deepest sympathies are with you. Please call us if you want someone to talk to during this tough moment and we will be there for you. With love and remembranceCraig and Robin.

Diane Heredia

January 2, 2018

Thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time! Kathy was an awesome person, a great mom and grandma! Her devotion to her family was inspiring! She will be greatly missed by all who were touched by her.

Diane Heredia

January 2, 2018

My love and prayers to the family. Kathy was a special lady and always welcoming. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Linda Huff

January 2, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Kat's family. I know she will be missed because I know how much she was loved by everyone that met her. She was an amazing person and heaven has gained another Angel.

Debbie Malloy

January 2, 2018

My condolences & prayers to the family. Your mother will always watch over all of you. With sympathy & aloha

Debbie Malloy

January 2, 2018

I remember her & Charlie cheering at all the Gavit baseball games & at Sectionals & Regionals & at a college tournament in FLA. Both always full of life & spunk. RIP now with Charlie. You're together again! ❤❤

Betty (Hobson) Price

January 2, 2018

My condolences to the family. You all are in my prayers as you go through this difficult time

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