Willie "Claxton" Wright's obituary , Passed away on May 12, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama
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Willie "Claxton" Wright

September 12, 1937 - May 12, 2026 (88 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

Willie "Claxton" Wright's obituary , Passed away on May 12, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama
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Willie "Claxton" Wright

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September 12, 1937 - May 12, 2026 (88 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

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It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Willie Wright (Birmingham, Alabama), who passed away at the age of 88, on May 12, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Willie Wright or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Willie departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Willie may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Willie leaves behind.

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May 19, 2026

With Love, Your Primary Care Family lit a candle

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May 19, 2026

With Love, Your Primary Care Family sent flowers

“Dean, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.”

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May 22, 2026

Roderick Breeding wrote a sympathy message

“To the family and friends of Connie and Sue, I express my deepest sympathy and condolences, may the Lord comfort you in your time of sorrow, and give you peace in the midst of your storm. Rev. Roderick Breeding”

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May 22

Visitation

Dante Jelks Funeral Home
4904 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35222

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May 23

Funeral service

Momentum Victorious Church
7921 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35206

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May 23

Burial

Elmwood Cemetery
600 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Birmingham, AL 35211

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