Barbara E. Wright

Barbara was educated in the (Tampa) school system and from an early age, Barbara demonstrated musical talent on the piano. She continued her education at Florida A & M University where she met and married Ossie Wright, Jr. They settled in Ft. Pierce and became the parents of four sons. Barbara continued her education at Florida Atlantic University where she earned a Bachelor degree. She became a teacher in the St. Lucie County School System and worked until her retirement. She was a faithful member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, served as a church mother and usher until her health failed her. She was also a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority and the St. Lucie County branch of NAACP.

She leaves to mourn her sons Ossie Wright III, Paul G. (Claudine) Wright, Antonio G. Wright, Michael Wright; grand children – Ariana J. Wright (Dothan, AL), Taj’e Wright (Port St. Lucie), Kiana Wright (Rochester, NY); great grandchildren – E’Mario Je’an Martin (Dothan, AL); siblings Rose (Larry) Troupe, Linda Williams, Veronica Williams, Gregory Williams and Charles Gallon all of Tampa, FL; her beloved Aunt Rosita Graham (Tampa, FL); Sisters in laws – Rev. Dr. Mary (Mark) Dixon, Rev. Dr. Frances Harris; Brother-in-laws - Bishop Ronald E. (Juanita) Wright, Julius Wright; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and sorrowing friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Prince Albert Ervin, Bernice Williams, and her beloved husband Ossie (Music Man) Wright, Jr.