He was a United States Navy Veteran, a construction superintendent and truck driver who loved his work. Cecil also enjoyed history, especially the Civil War era.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Burt Wright of Monticello; one son, Eric Wright of Monticello; two step-daughters, Kirbi Jamison and Anita Gill both of McGehee; his mother, Opal Anders Wright of Monticello; two brothers, Robert (Bubba) Wright and Gerald Wright and wife Sandra of Monticello; five grandsons, Jed, Gavin and Corey Wright, Aubrey Jamison and Payton Savage; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 17, 2016 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church, 2130 Hwy. 35 West Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook www. stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(35)
Kelly & Pam Stallings
McGehee, AR Tuesday, March 29, 2016 Mary we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Cecil. We will keep you & your family and Cecil's family in our thoughts and prayers.John & Paige (Hill) Stell & Family
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2016 To the Wright Family -You are all in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead. Gone from us too soon but peace knowing we will see him again. Love to all of you.
Love, John, Paige, Brad, Jake, Jared, Jayson, Colt, & Brayden
Sarah C. Martin
Monticello, AR Sunday, March 20, 2016 Dear Family, Cecil was a very special person, He had a very warm and caring nature, When I was around him, I was ayoung girl and he dated my sister, He was always nice, polite and respectful when he was at our house. and picked at me cause I was the lil sister, Hard to believe he's gone. Your family has been so special to Monticello and loved ny many,many people. Miss Opal, you have a special place in my heart and in a lot of hearts. Eric, you are a carbon copy of your dad and I know he was so proud of you. My prayers to Gerald and Sandra and Bubba. May the Lord bless each of you in the coming days.Sharon Hoppers Barnes
Naples, FL Friday, March 18, 2016 Bubba, Gerald and Miss Opal and all of Cecil's family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless each one of you and lift you up in your time of sorrow.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Thursday, March 17, 2016 Dear Bubba, Gerald & Ms. Opal,Please know that all of you are in my thoughts & prayers.
In Christian Love,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Libby Peebles Arant
Poplar Bluff, MO Thursday, March 17, 2016 Ms. Opal and family:I am saddened to hear of the loss of Cecil. He was one of the "good guys" and he will be missed by many. He entertained us all with stories about Gerald, Bubba and him and the trouble they would get into with Mr. Junior. He enjoyed telling those tales as much as we enjoyed hearing them. He certainly valued and respected family and it was easy to see that his "momma" held a special place in his heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Libby
David Anders
Pharr, TX Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Condolences to the family...words cannot ever describe these moments so I look back to all the time we spent on Facebook...I loved his posts....what a wonderful relative he was...God is lucky to have him. David AndersEdith Carter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 to Cecil's family--I am so sorry to hear of his passing but he's not hurting any more & safe in the arms of our Lord--Preston & I always enjoyed talking with Cecil at the waff-l-inn--he was a lot of fun to be around!! RIP & may the Good Lord bless & keep the family within his loving arms--He & Preston are probably sitting up on their cloud swapping stories!!!Jeri
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 I am so sorry for your loss. Cecil was a great person. Keeping you all in my prayers!Joann Adair Holian
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Opal, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. God bless..Cindy MacDonalf Livingston
White Hall, Ar, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 He was a great guy to grow up with and will be missed. I will have you in my thoughts and prayers, in peaceCindy
Glenda Gilbert Howard
, TX Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Oh the memories our families have growing up together on Barkada Road. The one constant with Cecil was he could ALWAYS make us laugh. Or maybe cry when he & Tony attacked me & Debbie with sweet gum balls when we were little defenseless girls! Memories we will cherish forever as we mourn the loss of this great man. You're in our hearts & prayers. Much love, GlendaJane Jo Summerford
, TX Wednesday, March 16, 2016 You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through the loss of your loved one.Diane Engelkes
Texarkana, TX Wednesday, March 16, 2016My love and prayers to all of you. Cecil was a great man and I have many fond memories of him that I will always cherish. Taken much too soon for his family and friends here on earth, but God has a plan and a purpose for him in Heaven. My heart is heavy and hurts for you, Eric, because I know how close you two were. I pray that God will give you comfort and peace during these hard times. RIP my friend.
With much love,
Diane Engelkes
Chris King
Pine Bluff, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 My prayers are with Mary and her family.lindarowefunderburg
monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 my condolence to the wright family God blessJeff n stacey cheshire
, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Our thoughts and prayers are with you're family.Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Mrs. Opal, My heart goes out to you and Cecil's entire family. I am so sorry for your great loss. I pray for strength and comfort for your family during this sad time.Mary Bates
Eudora, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 May the Lord continue to keep you'll in his arms.PAM JASAY HALL
PINE BLUFF, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 God has chosen another angel to come home. You were thought of often. RIP my friend.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 I am so sorry to hear about Cecil. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort.With love & sympathy,
Janice
Kenneth and Margaret Rogers
, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 As classmates (1972) we offer our sympathy to the family.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Sorry for your loss. Cecil was 2 years younger than me. I remember him during our school years.Dennis Wells
Dolly Farmer
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2016 Ms. Opal, Bubba, and family, I am so sorry to hear about Cecil's passing. May the Lord hold each of you during your time of loss, and may he comfort you always, and give you the knowledge you will see Cecil again.Carole (Doss-Johns) Rushing
Woodlawn (formerly Green Hill), AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Opal, I was so very saddened to read of your great loss of Cecil. I pray the Lord will give you strength, comfort and peace through this great trial. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in all the difficult days ahead.Carole (Doss-Johns) Rushing
Juanda Craig
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for the loss of Cecil, who has always felt like a little brother to me all my life. I know he is with his Lord and is not hurting anymore, but I sure is hard to let him go. Mrs. Opal has always been my second Mom and I love you all and will continue to pray that God will comfort you and give you peace.Rest in peace little brother, I will always love you.
Cecile Knight
Gilbert, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Gone too soon. Prayers for those left behind.Pam Gladden
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 I am sorry for this difficult time for your family. Prayers to all of you. Cecil wasan old friend that I will always treasure.
linda funderburg
monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 m God blessBobby and Donna Ozment
Shirley, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Cecil. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.Patricia Wheeler
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 There are no words that can fill the emptiness in your heart...but perhaps it will help to know others care. Am so sorry for your lost, may God be with you at this time. Bless you.James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Opal and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy.Hazel Potts
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Dear FamilyI was so sorry to hear of Cecil passing. May you find comfort in the loving arms of our beloved Savior, Jesus Christ. Cecil will be missed by many. He was a fine young man, To know He is with the Lord is the greatest comfort of all .Our deepest sympathy
Hazel and Alan
Charlie and Tammy Benbrook
Benton, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Go rest high on that mountain cousin! You have fought the good fight. You will be missed! Love you!Sherry Hill
, TN Tuesday, March 15, 2016 My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family.