JAMES OLIN WRIGHT

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James Olin Wright, 87, of Ramseur, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at Genesis Center in Siler City.

The funeral, with military honors, was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2020, at Pleasant Grove Christian Church where he was a member, with Pastor Don Edwards officiating.

Olin was born in Chatham County, on November 11, 1932, to Harvey Lee Wright and Bonnie Davis Wright. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from B.B. Walker Shoe Co. after 40 years of service. After retirement, Olin worked at Routh’s Grocery. His parents preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Myrldeen Baxter Wright, of the home; son, James Dean Wright of Ramseur; sisters, Helen Wright Brady of Bennett, Lucy Wright Emerson of Goldston; one granddaughter, and four great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pleasant Grove Christian Church Cemetery Fund, 5946 Pleasant Grove Church Road, Bennett, N.C. 27208.

Condolences may be offered online at www.joycebradychapel.com.