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Kenneth Wright Obituary
PINNACLE - Mr. Kenneth Hill Wright, 59, of Pinnacle died Monday, Dec. 11, 2006, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. He was born June 24, 1947, in Forsyth County to Byron Hill Wright and Josephine Odham Wright. Mr. Wright was retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. after 38 years of service. He was a member of Ardmore Church of Christ, but attended Olive Grove Baptist Church. Mr. Wright served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Little Rock as the admiral's photographer during the Mideast crisis. Surviving are his wife, Karen Joyce Wright of the home; his daughter, Amber Michelle Wright and her fiance, Jason Stogner; his parents, Byron and Josephine Wright of Winston Salem; three sisters, Barbra Wright of, Winston Salem, Karen (Larry) Giddens of Clemmons, and Kathy (John) Thacker of Kernersville; and a half brother, Donald Yountz of Clemmons. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, at Olive Grove Baptist Church, with the Rev. Mitch Robertson and the Rev. Colen Forrest officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with full military honors. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today, Dec. 13, at Cox-Needham Funeral Home in Pilot Mountain, which is assisting the Wright Family.
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Pat Russell
January 5, 2007
Karen,We're so sorry to see that Kenneth passed. I was scanning thru the guest book as I had lost my twin brother last week (12/23)and caught the notice. May you gain strength thru Christ. Love, Pat & Bonnie Russell
Amy Brown Watson
January 2, 2007
My Dear Karen and Amber,
My heart goes out to you both. I have no magic words to take away the pain you are feeling. Always remember, as His children, God walks through the valley with us and He will lead us out. Lean on Him and trust upon His promises. You both are in my heart and prayers.
Brandy Chappell
December 20, 2006
Amber,
Just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. I know it must be hard. Keep that head up high because I know that your Dad would want you to do that. I know he is so proud of you because I know that if i had a daughter like you then I would be proud. Dont forget He is still with you and will be always. If you need to talk than I am here.
Brandy and Christopher
Jay Katz
December 17, 2006
Karen & Amber: My name is Jay Katz and Ken and I went to High School together. I remember the great times we had. What a wonderful and fun person he was. My deepest sympathy goes out to you.
Ronda Frye
December 17, 2006
Amber,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss,you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.I love you Amber.
Ann Coogler
December 16, 2006
Dear Karen and Amber,
I'm Ann Lewis Coogler of RJR Class of '66. What a wonderful, fun-loving guy Ken was. He was always easy to talk to. Our deepest sympathy to you both, Ann Lewis Coogler and the RJR Class of '66
Chris Martin
December 14, 2006
Karen and Amber, I am so sorry about Ken. There are no words to describe the sorrow and shock that I feel. If there is anything I can do to help you out, please let me know.
Ken Smith
December 14, 2006
Karen
I'm so sorry to learn of Kenny, you have my deepest sympathy.
Kenny Smith (Retired RJR employee)
Adam McCoy
December 13, 2006
Amber, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He was a great man and i know he will be missed by many. Please know that you and your family will be in my prayers.
June Collins
December 13, 2006
Karen and Amber, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. He will be missed. My prayers are with you both and God's blessing be with you through this difficult time.
Angie Poston
December 13, 2006
Amber,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your Daddy. We know this is difficult for you, so please let us know if there is anything we can do to help out. We are here for you.
Love Always,
Angie, Kelsey, Curt and Dillon
Jonah Wood
December 13, 2006
From the crappie.com family Kenneth who we knew as Starbuc will be truly missed - prayers are being said all over the nation for you all via the internet by a bunch of tough ole fishemen - God Bless
Melinda
December 13, 2006
Karen, I'm so sorry to read about Kenny. My thoughts & prayers are with your family. A 603 processing
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Larry and Debbie Atkins
December 13, 2006
Karen and Amber:
So sorry to hear about Kenneth. My prayers are with you and your family.
Jennifer (Long) Parsons
December 13, 2006
Karen and Amber,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I can only imagine how you must feel. Please know you both are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelby Miller
December 13, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I worked with Kenny through SDI @ Leistritz-ATC. Kenny will be deeply missed. He was always so nice and kind to me.
Brandi Pruitt
December 13, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Amber you along with your family are in my thoughts and prayers, if you need anything at all I am here for you.
Stan & Carolyn Brinkley
December 13, 2006
Dear Karen, Amber and Jason,
You are in our hearts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
Darlene Testerman
December 13, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ken, Carolyn Norman & Scott Spainhour
December 13, 2006
Karen and Amber, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Sheila O'Neal
December 13, 2006
Kathy
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.Praying that God will grant the family peace and strength to get thru your time of sorrow. In Jesus Name.
Jim and Judy Davis
December 13, 2006
Dear Karen,Amber and Jason,
We are so saddened by the news of the loss of your husband and father.Please know that you are in our prayers.
With our deepest Sympathy.
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