Threads of Life: An avid Vol fan and director of her church's youth choir
In Remembrance Of: Tammy Wright
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Tammy Wright, 66
May 6, 1959 - January 27, 2026
Tammy Wright departed this life on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. She was 66.
LIFE
Born May 6, 1959, Tammy was the daughter of Rev. C.J. “Josh” and Doris Laxton Thompson. She enjoyed taking care of others, spending time with her family, and watching ballgames. She was an avid Vol fan. At a younger age, she loved riding motorcycles and horses. She was a devoted member of Pine Grove Baptist Church for 48 years, where she was director of the youth choir. She loved playing piano and singing in church, and was a faithful servant for the Lord. She adored giving hugs and being mother and Mamaw to the community. She will be deeply missed but always remembered as a loving wife, Mamaw, sister, and special friend to everyone who knew her.
PRECEDED
In addition to her parents:
Brother: Steve Thompson
Brothers-in-law: Robert “Bob” Wright and wife Yvonne, and Jerry Wright and wife Regina.
Sister-in-law: Clara Wright Martin and husband Ed.
Nephew: Ashley Thompson.
SURVIVORS
Loving husband of 48 years: John Wright.
Son: Justin Wright and Madison.
Daughter: Jodie Green and husband T.J.
Grandchildren: Raven Thorne and husband Nathan, Jaxton Green, Jocelyn Wright, Briley West, Eli West, Jordyn Williams and Brextyn Williams.
Great-grandsons: Ransom and John Walker Thorne.
Siblings: Jack Lay and wife Sharon, Cookie Allen, and Roger Thompson and wife Lucille.
Sister-in-law: Debbie Thompson.
Brothers-in-law: Donnie Wright and wife Betty, Richard Wright and wife Debra, and Rodney Wright.
SERVICES
Visitation: Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Pine Grove Baptist Church in Winfield.
Funeral: To follow at 7 p.m. with Bro. Dilbert Terry and Bro. Payton Slaven officiating.
Graveside Service: Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026 at 10 a.m. at Wright Family Cemetery in Winfield.
In Lieu of Flowers: Donations may be made to the Tammy Wright Memorial Fund, c/o Four Oaks Funeral Home, P.O. Box 410, Huntsville, TN 37756.
Arrangements by Four Oaks Funeral Home.
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What a beautiful tribute to someone who clearly gave so much to her community. The combination of her church work and that fierce Vol fandom really paints the picture of someone living life fully. I remmber when my aunt directed a choir for decades too, and seeing how those kids always came back to visit really showed the lasting impact that kind of dedication has. Rest easy Tammy.