Evelyn Paige Wright of Grafton, VA, passed away early morning on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at the age of 77.
Evelyn is survived by her children, Robert Wright Jr. & daughter in law, Patrice, Michael Wright & daughter in law, Cindy, Angela Wright, Alanna Tanner & son in law, Brian, Jaela Wright and Thomas Wright; her grandchildren who she loved very much Kayla, Antigone, Jessica, Max, Akira, Klara, Emerson, and Celia; one great granddaughter, Chloe; her siblings, Cynthia Bagley and
Hester Avery; as well as a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wright Sr.; son, Craig Everett Wright; her parents, Thomas & Corine Paige; her sisters, Constance Paige, Frances Palmer, Corine Banks; and her brother, Randolph Paige.
Evelyn was born in Grafton, VA on June 14, 1946. She attended James Weldon Johnson School. After graduating, she moved to New Jersey from Virginia for a short time and worked as an administrative assistant in a small office before later marrying Robert Sr. on December 23, 1965. She devoted much of her life caring for her family and household. As well as working
part-time jobs throughout her life. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, much of her time was spent volunteering helping others to learn about the Bible. Evelyn was a mild and calm person but stern with her family when it was needed. She had many interests. She enjoyed working in her garden and flower beds, taking walks, shopping, traveling, and cooking. Most of all she loved spending time with her family, relatives and friends. She will be truly missed by all.
Cremation Society of Virginia is handling the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to www.vacremationsociety.com.