Earl Alexander Wright, age 73, died Thursday April 7, 2016 at his home. Born in Cleveland County on October 9, 1942 he was the son of the late Dathia Alexander and Bertha Laura Costner Wright. Earl was a self- employed farmer and enjoyed fishing. In addition to his parents, Earl is preceded in death by his wife Tois Bridges Wright and a brother, Clarence Wright.
Earl is survived by a daughter, Linda Wright of Grover and a granddaughter Brittany Wright of the home.
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Allen Memorial Baptist Church with Rev. Joe Riley officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends an hour before the service from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm in the sanctuary.
Memorials can be made to; Allen Memorial Baptist Church, 1222 Long Branch Road, Grover NC 28073.
Cecil M Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Earl Wright
Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com