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Joe Wright Obituary
Born in Barnwell County (Snelling), Joe was the husband of Bernice Williams Wright of Barnwell who preceded him in death in 1994.
He was the second of eight siblings born to the late Joe Wright Sr. and Hattie Jamison Wright of Barnwell.
Joe was of the Christian faith and a member of Springfield Baptist Church and St. Paul Baptist Church, both in Barnwell, where he served as deacon for most of his adult life. He worked fifteen (15) years for former South Carolina Speaker of the House of Representatives and longtime lawyer, Solomon Blatt Sr. of Barnwell, and retired from the Barnwell County Hospital System after fifteen (15) years of service.
He never met a stranger and had unselfish love for all people, especially his family. He had many talents and was legendary for fixing anything. He was a mentor and a positive influence to many people.
Survivors include six sons: Aubrey L. Wright (Patricia), Rev. Freddie L. Wright (Gardenia), both of Barnwell, Joel Wright (Earline) of Columbia, John A. Wright (Francina) of Mullins, Donald L. Wright (Judy) of Mauldin, and Bobby J. Wright (Tonie) of Columbia; a paternal daughter, Shashonda Jones of Atlanta, GA; one sister, Isabella Sailor, Hartford, CT; two sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, seventeen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, August 28th at First Baptist Church, Barnwell. Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Lebby Funeral Home, Barnwell.
In lieu of flowers, donations or contributions in memory of Joe Wright Jr. should be made to Springfield Baptist Church (Barnwell), c/o Deacon Roundtree, 7 Rushton Court, North Augusta, SC 29841.
Lebby Funeral Home of Barnwell is in charge of arrangements.
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john wright
September 27, 2008
really miss you pops
Brenda Flint-Barham-Hazel
August 28, 2008
Aubrey, Patricia, the rest of the boys and family: I will always remeber Mr. Joe with fondness.
May your memories and faith keep you strong in your time of sorrow.
Charley Bee Flint
August 28, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Know that you are in my thoghts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Dr. Charley Flint (Roselle, NJ)
Joe Smith
August 27, 2008
A dear friend to me for many years will be missed by me in the years to come. My sympathy to all of the family. Any thing I can be of assistance with in the comming days please call on me.
Janette Jones-Thomas
August 27, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Please accept my condolences and know that Mr. Wright is asleep in peace at this time. Janette
Lugenia Walker
August 27, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
SRP Family Johnson
August 27, 2008
You will be missed very much,God loved you best. Earth has no sorry that Heaven can not heal, so Come on in the room is the song that he would sing to us at SRP God wants you to Come on in the room
Annette Williams-Palmer
August 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
suzanne pitre
August 27, 2008
Mr. wright, you will be missed. we will miss your smiling face at SRP. you were always an inspiration to us all. love the srp family
suzanne pitre
August 27, 2008
Mr. wright, you will be missed. I will miss your smiling face coming in SRP, singing and always had something nice to say to encourage me. thanks.
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