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Michael V. Wright

Passed 01/23/2021

Obituary For Michael V. Wright

Mr. Michael Vernon Wright, also known as Mike Wright in the community, was born August 11, 1957, to Charles Wright and the late Geraldine Clinard Wright. Growing up on the South Side of Greensboro, Mike was a Boy Scout at St. James Baptist Church, played sports at Warnersville Recreation Center, and later was a Warnersville basketball coach. During Michael's younger years he enjoyed playing pool and ping pong. Michael attended. Ben L. Smith High School and he worked at Ecolab in Greensboro, North Carolina. He was an avid Washington Red Skins fan and loved watching every game. He enjoyed a regular cup of coffee in the morning while reading the newspaper and then taking a stroll to the downtown park area. Michael was very generous with his time shown throughout his works. A part of Michael’s routine was cutting the grass at home and of those around the community. Preceded in death by mother Geraldine Clinard Wright and sister Phyllis Wright, Greensboro, NC. He is survived by his father, Charles Wright; daughter, Chwanda McLaughlin (Reggie), Roanoke, VA; son, Tay Barnes, Greensboro, NC, siblings; Doris Winnix (Harvey), Charles Wright, Vickie McCoy (Rodney), Joyce Casey (Elvis); grandchildren, Brailen Burch, Brein Burch, and Tayquan Barnes. Lastly a host of family, nieces, nephews, and special friend, Robin.

A public viewing will be held Wednesday, January 27, 2021, from 4 PM- 6 PM in the Cassie Coote-Brown Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held Thursday, January 28, 2021, at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Greensboro, NC.

Services entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home (336)-272-6109.

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I send my prayers and condolences. He will be missed The Mckinnon's

Michael was a dedicated worker for St. James Homes and did a great job keeping the grounds clean. He was such a kind soul and was always respectful. May he Rest In Peace.

My condolences to the Wright and Casey family. Rest in peace Alan Wyrick

The Goolsby family, sends our condolences, at this time of grief and sorrow, to the Wright family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

For as long as there is a Bilbro Street, I will remember Mike strolling along either headed toward Doak St or headed back toward Eugene St! So Family know that others are touched and praying for you..... MICHAEL STIMPSON

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Wright family. Michael will be missed as a permanent person here at Warnersville Center and the community. I will keep your family in my prayers. Wanda Johnson

Prayers of peace, comfort, strength, and love to the Wright family. Our families were automatically intertwined and will forever remain that way. Lisa Allen- on behalf of the Rowell family.

Sending my condolences to the Wright family .Sadden when I got the news of Michael's passing .I attended school with Michael. Michael Porter &Family

Sending my condolences to the Wright family. I was sorry to hear of Michael's passing .I attended school with Michael .Rih Michael

The Oakley family sends our deepest condolences.

To the Wright Family: It is said that "friends are the family we choose for ourselves." Michael was truly like family to me. He was the eyes and the ears to the community and his spirit will live on in the memories of those who loved him. Michael, thank you for being there as a classmate, a good friend, and most of all choosing to be family. May God bless and continue to keep you as you rest.

Your brother, Alvin V. Griffin, MD.

To the Wright Family I am sorry to learn of Michael passing. I first met Michael as his homeroom teacher at J. C. Price. We continued a relationship over the years. Blessings.

Lewis Brandon

The McDougald family send our heartfelt condolences to the Wright and Casey family.

Pat McDougald

We will always remember Mike when he stops by the center asking if there is anything he can do. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with the family. Billy Covington and the rest of the staff at Warnersville Recreation Center...

To the Wright and Casey families. Our hearts are heavy at this time with the passing of Mike! May God give you comfort and strength doing this time of bereavement! May the Lord himself be your peace! Minister Mel & Sylvia Melton

Praying for strength during this difficult time, Maurice and Felicia Winnix

Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time. Praying for strength, Maurice and Felicia Winnix

Our deepest Sympathy to the Family of Mike Wright. Mike your "voice" and sincere neighborly deeds for the Warnersville Community will be GREATLY missed. Thank You for Your Kind & Loving Heart! ~Mrs Earlene H. Scott and Family!

I will truly miss seeing Mike when I visit my sister. Faye

Michael was a very special person who did all he could do to help those in need. Warnersville will not be the same without him. Rest In Peace my good brother. James (Yogi) Griffin and the Griffin family.

Condolences for you Wright Family...Linda Melton and Family...

You have our deepest sympathy. We are keeping your family in our prayers that God would comfort you now and in the days ahead. The Staton Family

My prayers are with you Mr. Wright and your family, never forget that God isn't bound by time the way we are. We see only the present moment; but, God sees everything, we can only see part of what He is doing in our lives, just remember He created us and He knows all and also sees all. Will keep you all in prayers. Minister Mitchell Jones

To my family and my brother mike you will be truly missed and my prayers and deepest sympathy to my family much love. Pat Keith and Desmond Thomas

My buddy Mike. There are no words to express how I feel. Love you forever! Louis Trapp

The Trapp Family wish to send our prayers and love to The Wright Family. We love you all.

Praying for the Family. Michael was family to us. We love him.Rest Michael. You will be missed.

I will miss you presence , you watched over me and my Family through the years , now rest my dear brother . Your neighbor The Dockery Family .

I am loss for words, Our families grew up together and Michael was and is a brother to us. Love The Rowell Family

Mike will be missed LeRoy Ray. Looney Ray

Mike will be missed by a lot of people

I'm sorry I forgot to sign my Name. Denise Harris Allen & Family Love you Joyce.

My deepest sympathy. I will continue to keep the Wright & Casey families lifted up in prayer.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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