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In loving memory of

Brian O Wright

July 9, 2015

Brian Wright (age 34) was a devoted son and father whose presence brightened family gatherings; he is remembered for the love he showed his young son and the ties he shared with his Greenville community.

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A life held close in memory

Brian Wright, 34, of Greenville, South Carolina, passed away on July 9, 2015. Born and raised in Greenville, Brian was a beloved son, father and brother whose family meant everything to him. He is survived by his parents, Rickey O. Gordon and Cathy Wright; his son, Braylyn B. Wright; a sister, Katelyn Wright; a brother, Ryan O. Wright; and a wide circle of relatives and friends who cherished his company.

Friends and family remember Brian for his warmth at family gatherings and the quiet way he cared for those nearest to him. He took pride in being present for the important moments in his son’s life, and those who knew him recall his laughter and the easygoing presence he brought to everyday times together.

Brian’s life was rooted in Greenville, where he lived among people who loved him. In the days after his passing, relatives and the community gathered to honor his memory and to offer comfort to Braylyn and the family. Services were arranged by Watkins, Garrett & Woods Mortuary, reflecting the family’s desire to surround his loved ones with support and remembrance.

Though words cannot replace the ordinary moments he shared with his family, those who loved Brian carry his memory in the small, lasting ways he touched their lives. He is remembered with love and reverence by those who knew him best.

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Brian was gone far too soon. May the love, memories, and moments connected to this life continue to be treasured, and may those mourning find comfort in remembering what mattered most.

Jill I.