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Eugene Wright Obituary
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Thelma Wright; his brothers, Earl Wright, Jr., J.C. Wright, Leroy Wright, and Orville "Toots" Wright; and his grandson, Tommy Wyatt.
Survivors include his wife, Anne Wright of Moundville; his sons, Bob Wright of Jacksonville, Fla. and Mike Wright of Palm Beach, Fla.; his daughter, Leigh Ann Wyatt of Moundville; his sister, Hazel Maniscalco of Tarrant City; five grandchildren, Jamey Wright and Ginny Hays of Jacksonville, Fla., and Zachary, Cameron, and Julian Wyatt of Moundville; seven great-grandchildren, all of Jacksonville, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.
He was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. He received many medals and commendations, including the Navy Commendation Medal and the Bronze Star during his 32 years of military service.
He served two terms on the Moundville Town Council and the Alabama Silver Haired Legislature. He also served on the Moundville Planning and Zoning Board, the Golden Years Board of Directors, and the Moundville Ballpark Committee. He also served a term as the Hale County Chairman of the Board of Registrars.
Pallbearers will be Jamey Wright, Jim Wright, Paul Maniscalco, Randy Whealton, Thomas Wyatt, and Nick Wyatt.
Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Larry Skelton, Jerry and Bess Booth, Joe and Emily Pearson, Jeannine Collins, and the Moundville Boy Scouts.
Donations may be made to Scouting for a Cure, Moundville Troop #26, for the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jane Harris
March 9, 2009
We would like to extend our condolences to all members of the family of Eugene Wright. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
First Cousins:
Jane Wright Harris, Orangeburg, SC
Linda Wright Southern, Tuscaloosa, AL
Gloria Wright Teeple, Navarre Beach, FL
JUDY BOOTHE
March 5, 2009
MS ANNE AND FAMILY, PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS.
Tracy Nick
March 5, 2009
Mrs. Anne, I will always remember Mr. Gene as a kind and loving neighbor. He bought candy, girl scout cookies, and anything else your little girl next door brought over to sell. You have been my mother's best friend, and helped my parents when they needed you. Know that in the weeks to come a citizen miles away mourns with you. I am so glad he shared in the joy of my son with my family. His memory will be cherished. Prayers, thoughts, and compassion pours from the deepest of my family's heart to yours.
RAY CHANDLER
March 5, 2009
DEAR MRS. WRIGHT & LEIGH ANN:
YOU HAVE BEEN BLESSED TO HAVE GENE AS A HUSBAND & FATHER. HE WAS ONE OF THE BEST MEN I HAVE EVER KNOWN. HE WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME. SORRY THAT I HAD TO MISS THE VISITATION & FUNERAL. I HAD A CANCER TREATMENT AT 10:30 FRIDAY AND CANNOT SEE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT.
MOUNDVILLE WILL MISS GENE WRIGHT!!!!!
YOU ARE BOTH IN MY PRAYERS.
LOVE,
RAY CHANDLER
Jeannine Collins
March 5, 2009
Miss Anne and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May God uplift you and keep you strong. God Bless you all.
Jeannine
Julie Montgomery
March 5, 2009
We are so sorry for the loss of Mr. Wright. He was such a special man to us and he will be forever missed. We love you all and are praying for you during this difficult time.
Love,
Josh, Julie, Brandon and Caylee Montgomery
Christi Haywood
March 5, 2009
Leigh Ann and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Christi Haywood
March 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jo Abernathy Christenberry
March 5, 2009
Mrs Wright, we were so sorry to hear of Mr. Wright's passing. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.
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