Myra A. Wright, 81, of Bridge City, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 14, 2014, at Baptist Hospital in Orange.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 18, 2014, at First Baptist Church in Bridge City. Officiating will be Brother Lynn Ashcraft. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00, Thursday at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.
Born in Pine Mountain, Georgia, on May 20, 1932, Myra was the daughter of James Thomas Armstrong and Margaret Frances Myhand. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Bridge City and enjoyed the many years she faithfully served rocking and playing with the babies in the nursery. Myra loved gardening, visiting with her neighbors, and spending time with her family as well as her dog, Missy, who was a loyal companion.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Frances Armstrong; husband of 42 years, Bruce V. Wright; 3 brothers; and 4 sisters.
Myra is survived by her daughter, Debbie Richardson and husband, Mike of Silsbee; sons, Don Wright and wife, Kris of Orange, David Wright and wife, Sharon of Bridge City; daughter, Pat Stanton and husband, Donnie of Bridge City; grandchildren, James and Jennifer Wright, Catie and Ken Snow, Carly and Michael Broussard, Olivia and Josh Everitt, Michaela Richardson, Bruce Wright, Bethany Stanton, Nick Stanton; and 6 great-grandchildren with 1 on the way. She is also survived by her sister, Peggy Smith of Pine Mountain, Georgia; sister-in-law, Millie Warr and husband, Oren of Center; and special great-niece, Melissa Crim and husband, Stephen of Nederland.
Serving as pallbearers will be her grandsons, James Wright, Ken Snow, Michael Broussard, Josh Everitt, Bruce Wright, and Nick Stanton. Honorary pallbearers are the Deacons of First Baptist Church in Bridge City.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church in Bridge City; 200 West Roundbunch Road, Bridge City, Texas 77611; (409) 735-3583.
Condolences
Teresa H.
April 17, 2014
Teresa H. purchased the Secret Garden Basket for the family of Myra A. Wright.
Julia Morris
April 16, 2014
I always marveled at Mrs. Myra sitting flat on the floor holding a toddler or 2. She rocked and loved on my 3 children and 5 grandchildren. I am very grateful to have known her; her sweet smile was constant. My prayers are with those who grieve.
Dana Hancock
April 16, 2014
I would like to express to the family our thoughts and prayers of Myra,. I have know Myra all of my life and my Mom Roxie Rascoe has been with her in Sunday School for many years. We loved her so much. We feel a huge loss in our hearts as well. With Love, Dana, and Skylar Hancock, Roxie Rascoe
Lynn Richard
April 16, 2014
Rock in' babies and toddlers is not all this wonderful woman did. As she rocked and as she played, she talked to them about God's world. I would hear her say, "thank you, God, for the trees and birds." Thank you Mrs. Myra for serving the least of His children. This mother is very grateful.
Robbie
April 15, 2014
Debbie, Don, David & Pat & Families, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was such a precious person and loved by everyone that knew her. She was always so sweet to us and made us feel like we were her family. The kids always felt like she was their grandmother, too. Her love for the Lord was very evident in the way she lived her life. She was definitely filled with His joy and kindness. We are praying that God will comfort all of you and your families during this time, as well in the days to come. Love you all, Aaron, Robbie, Ashton & Jacob