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Franklin Wilton Wright
1941 - 2025
BORN
1941
DIED
2025
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665 South Main Street
Rocky Mount, Virginia
Franklin Wright Obituary
January 26, 1941 - August 18, 2025
Franklin Wilton Wright, age 84 of Rocky Mount, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025.
Frank was the youngest of 12 children, born to Isaac and Sarah Wright, and joins them in heaven along with his wife of 65 years, Romona Wright. He was a gentle, peaceful soul who worked hard his whole life. Frank loved his family and worked hard to give them a good life. He had a soft spot for his wife, animals, and grandchildren. He loved to grow a garden and watch a NASCAR race.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Robin Lavinder (John) and Kimberly Zorn (Wes); grandchildren, Isaac Lavinder (Rosea) and Aaron Lavinder (Traci), Brock and Griffin Zorn; great-grandchildren, Ella Coleman and Lily Lavinder; many extended family and friends.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, Franklin Health and Rehab, Carilion Hospice, and Franklin County Public Safety for the care and comfort they provided. Donations can be made in his honor to Victory Junction (https://victoryjunction.org/), a camp for sick or differently abled children, or the charity of your choice.
Frank loved to visit with family and friends over a good meal. His daughters will plan a meal at a later time.
Funeral services will be held at Flora Funeral Chapel, 3 p.m., Friday, August 22, 2025, with Pastor Jerry Naff officiating. Visitation will begin an hour prior to the service. Interment will be private at Franklin Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.
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