Meinard Wright Obituary

The passing of Meinard Wright of Cedar Rapids, Iowa occurred on October 22, 2026. Meinard, born on November 21, 1941, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Meinard Wright to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James E. Backstrom and Frances A. Backstrom; her husband John Henry Wright; her brothers, Lewis Patterson Jr., James Backstrom Jr., Robert Backstrom and Larry Baker Jr.; and her nephews, Michael Dean Backstroke and Craig Patterson.

She is survived by: her son John L. Wright; and her grandsons, Dawayne Medly and Jayelle Wright.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home (1221 1st Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404). A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 4th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church (6621 C Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402). A burial will be held on Thursday, November 5th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery (1221 1st Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404).