Guelda Marlene Curtis Wright-Smith, age 86 of Barbourville was born in West Virginia on June 26, 1933 and departed this life on November 4, 2020 in the Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was of the Christian Faith and enjoyed shopping, watching the Christian Channels and Gospel Singing on TV, and time with family and friends.
Her husband: Oda Wright and a daughter-in-law: Mary Wright preceded her in death.
Marlene is survived by her loving children: Michael Wright of Barbourville and Samuel Wright of FL; 3 grandchildren: Michelle Smith, Melissa Wright, and Dakoda Wright; 2 great grandchildren: Brentlee Smith and Tayton Smith; other relatives and many friends to mourn her passing.
A Graveside Service for Mrs. Marlene Wright-Smith will be conducted in the Grand Staff Cemetery on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Glen Collins officiating. Burial will follow. Barbourville Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Friends and family will gather at the Grand Staff Cemetery for the services. Due to the continuing COVID-19 Pandemic, the family has requested all visitors wear face mask and practice Social Distancing.
To the loving family of Mrs. Marlene Wright-Smith, Larry, Gene, Doyle, and the staff of the Barbourville Funeral Home would like to offer you our heartfelt sympathy and prayers during your time of bereavement.
