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Johnny Carol Wright
11/11/1950 - 11/02/2024
Mr. Johnny C. Wright, age 73, of South Hill, died Saturday November 2, 2024 in VCU/MCV in Richmond. Mr. Wright was a teacher/coach at the former John F. Kennedy High School and Nansemond River High School in Suffolk, Warwick High School and Heritage High School in Newport News and Park View Sr High School. Mr. Wright is survived by his wife of 36 years, Bobbie Wright; his daughter, Claire Mitchell (Dakota) of South Hill; his son, Eric Wright (Jennifer) of Elkin, NC; his grandchild, Jade; his sister, Martha Harrelson (Tim) of Boonville, NC; and his brothers, Ray Wright (Kathi) of Boonville, NC and Bobby Wright (Toni) of Lexington, NC. A Celebration of Life service will be conducted Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. at Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home with American Legion Post #79 Military Honors. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00 until time of service. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Mecklenburg Cancer Association, P.O. Box 311, Chase City, VA 23924 or to the Mecklenburg County High School football and wrestling teams, 25001 Hwy 58, Baskerville, VA 23915 Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Wright Family.
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Superintendent (Mecklenburg County Public Schools)
To Bobbie, Claire, Dakota, Eric, Jennifer, Jade, Martha, Tim, Ray, Kathi, Bobby, and Toni – my sincere condolences, and on behalf of the former students and staff of Park View High School – our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness.
One comforting thought for you to hold on to, is that Johnny will be alive and loved as long as those of us keep him in our memories. …and that will be for a long time as he touched so many former students and athletes lives during his time on this earth. Those memories and experiences have shaped so many young people and created a path for potential – which they will share with those that they will influence during their lifetime.
Bless you all!
-Scott Worner-
Teacher
It was certainly a pleasure working with Johnny at Nansemond River High School. Now he can rest in peace with no more suffering. My heart goes out to you and your family as you go through this journey without Johnny. You know he will always be with you and your family. He will also live on with each and everyone he has inspired. My deepest condolences to you Bobbie and your entire family.
So sorry for your loss. Johnny was a blessing to our high school class Forbush High School
Teacher friend
Please know your family is in my prayers for your future. Thank you Lord Jesus for Johnny and Bobbie ‘s friendship.
Condolences to family.
High School classmate
Very sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. We were together at Forbush High School for only 2 years but I always liked Johnny. I can’t recall when I last saw him but I have some really fond memories. I am sure Johnny was a great teacher and coach and had a real positive influence in many young peoples lives. I am sure your family is very proud. You all will be in my prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. Sending Prayers for Peace
So sad to see if his Bobbie! God’s peace and grace to all.of you.
Phil and I offer our sincere condolences. We pray that you and your family will feel God’s comfort and His peace beyond all understanding as He wipes every tear from your eyes.
Rountree-Price
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Coach Johnnie Wright, a remarkable teacher, coach, and mentor who touched tthe lives of countless students and athletes. With dedication and compassion, Coach Wright] brought out the best in everyone he came in contact with.
My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Bobbi Wright and family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing and learning from such a wonderful soul.
RIH
John F. Kennedy Wolverine QB -1988
Coach Wright was a great addition to our Wolverine football family. He taught us mental and physical toughness on and off the football field. My condolences to Mrs Wright and his family. Rest easy Coach Wright.
granny.berry@hotmail.com
Bobbie so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing.its so heartbreaking to lose another classmate