In Memory

Bernard Lee Wright - Class Of 1977

Bernard Lee Wright, 58, of Dyke, Va., departed this life on Monday, November 21, 2016, at Martha Jefferson Hospital.

He was born in Charlottesville, Va. on July 10, 1958, to Wilbur J. Wright and the late Bernice T. Wright. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Faye D. Wright.

Bernard graduated from Albemarle High School, and worked many years as a professional painter and truck driver.

In addition to his loving wife, Barbara Wright and his father, he leaves to cherish his memory three daughters, Brandy Wright of Gordonsville, Va., Kendra Wright of Maryland, and Trinia Sims of Indiana; three grandchildren, Oshyn, Faith, and Reign. Also three brothers, James J. Wright (Joyce), Jonathan T. Wright (Isabel), both of Earlysville, Va., and Nathan C. Wright (Tammy) of Charlottesville, Va.; a dedicated uncle, Nathan C. Wright, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other beloved relatives.

Remains rest at J. F. Bell Funeral Home, 108 Sixth Street N.W. Charlottesville, Va.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 26, 2016, at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, 722 Simmons Gap Road, Dyke, Va. The Reverend Robert T. Anthony Sr. officiating. Interment will follow at the Wright Family Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the services.J. F. Bell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.jfbellfuneralservices.com

Submitted by Allen Carver.