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Charles Wright December 2, 1946- July 9, 2024
KINGSPORT - Charles Wright, age 77, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, at Holston Valley Hospital in Kingsport, TN. He was born on December 2, 1946, in Birmingham, AL, to Joe Spencer and Tommie Ree Wright. He attended Knoxville College and earned Biology and Chemistry degrees from East Tennessee State University. Charles was a highly gifted man with multiple artistic and scientific skills, abilities, and talents. His favorite hobbies included music, bowling, hunting, fishing, taxidermy, and riding his motorcycle. He retired from Eastman Chemical Company as a Senior Research Chemist in 2008 and was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Charles is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dr. Brenda White Wright; daughters, Tamala D. Wright and Shana Q. Wright-Avery (Jeffery); son, Jamil R. Wright; grandchildren, Christopher, Jaisan, and Sean Avery; brothers Joe and Tommy Wright (Marsha); sister Carol Gayles; and several beloved nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
A memorial service will not be held at this time.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution via mail to the ETSU Foundation (memo Dr. BWW Emerging Leaders Academy), P.O. Box 70721, Johnson City, TN 37614, or online at www .etsu.edu/ela.
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Barnett family
September 13, 2024
We are so sorry for your lost. Was not aware of his passing until yesterday. We live next door & spoke with him often when he was
Able to come outside on the back porch. If need anything please let us know.
Gracie Olinger (ELA 2023)
July 19, 2024
Sending Dr. White Wright and the family lots of love and prayers. Love you, Dr. White Wright!
Joseph
July 19, 2024
We love you! Prayers out to you and your family
E. YOUNG
July 13, 2024
Condolences to the family .
E. Young ,Class of 1969 .
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