Mr. Lawrence W. Wright

Mr. Lawrence William Wright of 303 East Hill Street, Americus, Georgia, died Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, Georgia.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 4:30 PM in the chapel of the J. W. Williams Funeral Home in Cordele, Georgia.

Lawrence William Wright, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Lawrence was born on November 8, 1956, in Marion County, Georgia, to the late O. W. Thompson and Fabbie Wright. He received his education in the local school system and graduated with the Marion County High School Class of 1974.

Throughout his life, Lawrence demonstrated a strong work ethic and a caring spirit toward others. He dedicated years of service as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Magnolia Manor Nursing Home in Americus, Georgia, providing compassionate care to the elderly. He also served his community as a custodian at Sumter County Middle School in Americus. Lawrence attended Friendship Baptist Church in Americus from time to time, finding comfort and strength in his faith.

Lawrence was a vibrant, warmhearted man who simply loved people to the fullest. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life—especially relaxing and spending quality time sitting on the front porch, often in the company of good friends. He loved listening to music, with a special appreciation for gospel, and was always at the center of laughter during family functions. An avid sports enthusiast, he spent many hours watching games on television and was a proud, die-hard Georgia Bulldogs fan. He also held a special place in his heart for his cherished feline companion, "Buggy."

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Alice Thompson Chambers and Jimmie Gean King; and his grandparents, Emma King and Lawrence Wright.

He leaves a legacy of love and precious memories to be cherished by his devoted wife, Tammie Floyd Wright of Americus, GA; his children: Marty Wright of Battle Ground, WA, Marcus Wright (Nikki) of Buckhead, GA, Christopher Wright (Unique) of Buena Vista, GA, and LaShuntae Floyd (Zalinski Westberry) of Byron, GA; his grandchildren: Ashtyn Miller of Columbus, GA, Omaria Peak Wright, Christopher Wright, Jr., Rey Burnell, Kaliyah Wright, and Avery Wright, all of Buena Vista, GA, and Zaharia Zamier Westberry and Zade Westberry of Byron, GA; one great-grandchild, Kylon Miller of Columbus, GA.

He is also survived by his sisters: Bobbie Thompson Panky and Gwendolyn Thompson, both of Atlanta, GA; his brothers: Bobby Wright and Custis Ash of Buena Vista, GA; his mother-in-law, Evelyn Floyd of Americus, GA; sisters-in-law: Teresa Floyd and Dorothy Floyd of Americus, GA; brothers-in-law: Robert Floyd (Tomeisha) of New Jersey and Hosie King of Buena Vista, GA; special nieces whom he regarded as daughters: Brittney King of Buena Vista, GA, and Vontessa Berry (Que) of Albany, GA; a special daughter, Kabresia Harris (Van) of Atlanta, GA; his porch partner, Walter Floyd of Americus, GA; his best friend, Kelvin Pines of Americus, GA; devoted friends: Shirley Johnson, Renee High, Sylvia Bomb, and Tyesha Brown, all of Americus, GA; along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and sorrowing friends.