John Wright

John Henry Wright "Papa John", 88, of Pacolet, SC, died Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Born August 18, 1930, in Chester, SC, he was the son of the late Jake Woodard Wright and Sue Etta Center Wright. A member of Morning Star Baptist Church, Mr. Wright loved to witness for Jesus and enjoyed gardening and working in his yard. He retired from Kohler Corporation after 40 years of service. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Shirley Cox Wright; daughters, Vickie Perkins (Don) of Floral City, FL and Toni Keisler (Bruce) of Union, SC; grandchildren, Mindy Wright-Simmons (Zach) of Enoree, SC, Bruce Keisler Jr. (Anna) of Atlanta, GA, Julia Bashline (Nick) of Plant City, FL, and Jennifer Huntington (E. J.) of Union, SC; seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, John Russell Wright; four brothers; and six sisters. A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday, August 2, 2019, in Pacolet Memorial Gardens, 141 Memorial Dr., Pacolet, SC 29372, by The Rev. Herschel Pressley and eulogist, Mr. Don Perkins. Visitation will follow at the graveside. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home, 686 Jeff Davis Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Special thanks to Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home for their excellent care. Floyd's Pacolet Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of John H. Wright please visit our Sympathy Store.