Funeral service for Norma Jean Roles Wright, age 70, of Fayetteville, TN will be held at 1pm on Sunday, April 2, 2023, with Bro. David England officiating. Burial will follow on Wright Way Farm. Visitation with the family will be held from 4pm to 7pm on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Higgins.
Norma was born June 8, 1952, in Richmond, VA to the late Elwood “Boots” and Sarah Ruth Crabtree Roles. She was the cornerstone of Wright Paving and Custom Stone and she cared deeply for her work family. Norma had a knack for decorating, she enjoyed arranging flowers, and wrapping and giving beautiful gifts. Cooking was another pleasure, and she was known for her grit casserole and homemade pizza. Norma was dedicated to her family. She spent countless hours involved in 4-H with her boys and went to many ballgames and activities to support her grandchildren. Always happy, she loved to share her humor and infectious laugh with all of those around her. Norma had a strong, feisty spirit throughout her life, yet she cared for others in the most humble and selfless way. She gave her family the best example of what true love is all about. Norma passed away March 29, 2023, at Lynchburg Nursing Center, surrounded by her family.
Survivors include her devoted and caring husband of 54 years, Tommy Wright; sons, Grad Wright and his wife Patty, and Will Wright; grandchildren, Grady (Courtney) Wright, Eli Wright, and Libby Wright; brother, Ernie (Brenda) Roles; sister, Tammy (Curtis) Painter; several nieces, nephews, extended family members, and the Wright Paving Family; her dog, Tinker, and her grand-dog, Dudley Do Right. Norma was preceded in death by her parents, Boots and Ruth Roles.
Memorial Donations may be made to Berry College Animal Science Program, P O Box 490069, Mount Berry, GA 30149.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Norma Jean Roles Wright.
48 Comments To "Norma Jean Roles Wright"
#1 Comment By Nanette Faulkner Taylor On March 29, 2023 @ 4:19 pm
Tommy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. (Hope you remember me as we were both good friend of George & Flossie.) Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
#2 Comment By Linda Holland On March 29, 2023 @ 4:33 pm
Tommy and family, Norma was such a lovely person and always had a smile on her face. I am so very sorry for your loss. You were a dedicated and devoted husband for many years. Many thoughts and prayers for the days ahead. Your friend, Linda
#3 Comment By Amanda Watson On March 29, 2023 @ 4:36 pm
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
#4 Comment By Kathy Shook Brown On March 29, 2023 @ 5:55 pm
Such a beautiful soul. Our prayers for you all.
She was beautiful, inside and out.
#5 Comment By Rusty Barton On March 29, 2023 @ 5:57 pm
One of the Sweetest Women I have ever known. She was always so kind to me. I have been in their Office for years and years and she always treated me like family!!
#6 Comment By Jimmy and Diane Buchanan On March 29, 2023 @ 6:08 pm
We are so saddened to learn of Norma’s passing. It was always a joy to be in her presence. A true Southern lady, beautiful inside and out!
#7 Comment By Betty and John Taylor On March 29, 2023 @ 6:33 pm
Our deepest sympathy goes out to this family. Norma was a beautiful lady inside and out. We pray that God will wrap his arms around each of you and give you peace.
Love to each of you
#8 Comment By Debbie Gauldin On March 29, 2023 @ 7:34 pm
Our heart and prayers go out to the Roles family.
Love,
Tommie and Debbie Gauldin
#9 Comment By Heather Hamlin Brown On March 29, 2023 @ 7:53 pm
Prayers for the family during this time
#10 Comment By Rick Stone On March 29, 2023 @ 8:11 pm
Ms. Norma was one fine lady always so friendly when I walked in her office. I remember the day her and I open all the doors on her car trying to get a varmint out I think we succeeded that day. She will be missed by many.
#11 Comment By Chris Watson On March 29, 2023 @ 8:28 pm
Praying for all of the family. Grad you
all stay strong and take care of Mr. Tommy as well. So sorry to hear this.
#12 Comment By Roger & Lisa Whitworth On March 30, 2023 @ 4:01 am
Tommy and family our prayers and thoughs are with ya’ll. May god give comfort at this diffcult time.
#13 Comment By Betty Honey On March 30, 2023 @ 6:41 am
I bought the house across the road from them several years ago and I loved watching them rocking on their front porch. They and the boys were wonderful people. I sold the house back to the person I got it from but never stopped wondering how they were doing. What a wonderful family. They called me “Georgia” everytime they saw me. She was a beautiful lady and her home was so pretty. Though it has been about 3 years since I saw them, they will be a part of my memories forever. They were always so nice and helpful to me. My deepest condolences to Tommy and the boys.
#14 Comment By Lynn Sharpe On March 30, 2023 @ 6:50 am
My heart and prayers goes out to y’all 💔 Mrs. Norma was a special lady. So sorry for your loss. God bless y’all.
#15 Comment By Judy Brown On March 30, 2023 @ 6:58 am
So very sorry for you loss beautiful lady..
#16 Comment By Larry & Linda Jennings On March 30, 2023 @ 10:33 am
Tommy and Boys, our families go back to when our boys were in grade school. We enjoyed a lot of ballgames together. Norma was always such a delight to be with. A wonderful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this very difficult time.
#17 Comment By Sandra Lester Stewart On March 30, 2023 @ 12:08 pm
I am so very sad to hear this. Norma was a special friend during our teen years. She lit up her surroundings with that beautiful and contagious smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
#18 Comment By Debbie Morris On March 30, 2023 @ 12:49 pm
So sorry. Praying for all the family. 🙏
#19 Comment By Marsha Bradford On March 30, 2023 @ 5:54 pm
We were in school together, sweet lady. Prayers for her family!
#20 Comment By Ashley Hoots On March 30, 2023 @ 6:24 pm
Will and Family,
I’m very sorry for the loss of Mrs. Norma. She was such a sweet lady with a big heart. Sending many thoughts and prayers.
#21 Comment By Anna On March 30, 2023 @ 7:19 pm
What great love and caring that Norma brought to every member of our families and community. Tommy, I will miss her so much as I know each of you will. She became our center of caring. She will always have a place in my heart as long as I live. Love ea of you!
#22 Comment By Phillip and Diane Knowles On March 30, 2023 @ 8:23 pm
Tommy, Grad and Pattie, Will, Ernie and Tammy and family
God be with you all during this hard time. Norma was a precious lady and always had the best laugh. Prayers for you all.
Phillip and Diane Knowles
#23 Comment By Mike/Sherry Horton On March 30, 2023 @ 9:04 pm
Tommy, Grad, and Will, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Norma. I got to know her well when Grad was playing basketball for me at the old 8th District School many years ago. She had one of the sweetest personalities and she and her family have always been very special to Mike and I. I love all of you and praying for her entire family.
#24 Comment By Amy Osteen On March 31, 2023 @ 12:23 am
I really enjoyed Norma the brief time I knew her, which was in Lynchburg Nursing Center rehabbing after a knee replacement
I blessed that I got to be with her
#25 Comment By Crystal Taylor Brown On March 31, 2023 @ 1:14 am
I didn’t know Mrs. Norma Jean but I did attend high school with her son Will. Will, I am so sorry to read about your moms passing. Prayers for you your dad and your brother. Much love always.
#26 Comment By Sherrie Maddox On March 31, 2023 @ 8:25 am
Words cannot express how much I will miss her. We shared many conversations and laughter. Heaven has gained an Angel.
Sincerely, Sherrie
#27 Comment By Tim Jennings On March 31, 2023 @ 8:51 am
I’m so sorry for your loss,
#28 Comment By Shinar Hurd-Smith On March 31, 2023 @ 9:02 am
You all know how much we love you. My greatest memory is her laugh and the cattle show where she came even after being kicked in the ribs by one of Grad’s cows. She was such a dedicated person in all she did. She will be missed but never forgotten.
#29 Comment By Charles & Judy Cunningham On March 31, 2023 @ 9:10 am
Tommy and the Wright family
Judy and I were saddened to learn of Norma’s passing and we know that all of the family will miss here; especially her laugh and smile . Also, she will be missed by business associates as she was one of the main rocks of the family business. Our prayers are with all of the family and especially Tommy.
#30 Comment By Vicky On March 31, 2023 @ 9:35 am
Tommy I am so sorry for you and your family. Norma was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by everyone who has been blessed by her sweetness
#31 Comment By Asia On March 31, 2023 @ 9:53 am
So very sorry for your loss. You all will be in my families prayers and praying that God’s peace and comfort will surround you all.
#32 Comment By Jimmy and Dana Sartain On March 31, 2023 @ 1:16 pm
Sorry to hear of Norma ‘s passing
Our prayers are with your family.
#33 Comment By Russell Humphreys On March 31, 2023 @ 2:20 pm
she helped me through some really hard times she was my friend
#34 Comment By Sandy Steelman On March 31, 2023 @ 4:49 pm
Norma was always there for me during my times of need. She was like a light with her beautiful smile and loving heart. Surely she is in the arms of Jesus now. May God bless and comfort her family!
#35 Comment By Brenda Burns On March 31, 2023 @ 5:38 pm
Norma was a one of Kind lady .So loving and kind.Loved that family dearly .One of my besties Lois her former employee got married and Norma poured out all she could to help her decorate and Dudley Do Right was in the wedding too.She will be so missed by us all. Prayers to all her Family. God has definitely gained another Angel and I am sure Ruth welcomed her at the gates.Brenda (ER Burns)
#36 Comment By Bea Spray On March 31, 2023 @ 10:20 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Norma and she was a very sweet person.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Bea Ross Spray
#37 Comment By Beth Porter On April 1, 2023 @ 1:52 pm
She and I watched a lot of baseball together. Always loved being with her. We certainly shared alot of laughs. So sorry for her loss. Hold her memories close.
#38 Comment By Darlene Roles & Rachel Craft On April 1, 2023 @ 5:13 pm
We are praying for peace and comfort for you all during this difficult time. As we share in your sadness, we remember reconnecting with Norma in 2019. She was so proud to introduce us to Tommy. Grad, Patty, Will and her grandchildren. We were cousins who she had not seen in years but she truly made us feel like family who had been a part of their life forever. And like her, the Wright family made us feel the same. We are heartbroken to think that would be the last time we would see her. We thank God for the short time we had with her and look forward to being reunited in heaven. Many prayers for our cousins, Tammy and Ernie and their families who we love dearly. We love all of our Tennessee family! Norma will be truly missed.
#39 Comment By Jerry and Barb Hargrove On April 1, 2023 @ 6:00 pm
Tommy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. What a sweet soul. She made the most memorable Halloween treats years ago, our daughter Morgan, looked forward going to your house every year. May God wrap his arms around all of you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
#40 Comment By Carol Jordan Lowe On April 1, 2023 @ 6:29 pm
Norma will always be remembered for her sweet and kind spirit.
#41 Comment By David Grogan On April 2, 2023 @ 6:59 am
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Norma, I know how important she was to her family. Please accept my sincere condolences.
#42 Comment By Kevin Lee On April 2, 2023 @ 7:31 am
I am very sorry your loss
#43 Comment By Darlene Abel On April 2, 2023 @ 7:59 am
Mrs. Norma Wright ..what a precious soul you were. I’m so honored to have met you. You had the absolute kindest personality and loving spirit that could never be forgotten. Rest easy my dear friend. My condolences to your entire family ❤️
#44 Comment By Kay Honey On April 2, 2023 @ 11:44 am
Dear Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort. Anthony & Kay Honey
#45 Comment By CAPTAIN SCOTT SHELTON On April 2, 2023 @ 2:05 pm
Tommy, Grad, Patty, Grady, Eli, Tammy, Ernie,
Gwen and I have been out of the Country and just now heard about Norma.
Please acxept are sincere sympathies and condolences. Norma was such a great lady. I so enjoyed talking with her a short time ago.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
#46 Comment By jackie scott On April 2, 2023 @ 10:08 pm
Will and family, I’ve been out of the country and only learned about Norma today. My heart is saddened. !She did so much for Allen and me and will be forever special in my heart! We love Will as a son! God comfort you all!!
#47 Comment By Jeremy Baker On April 5, 2023 @ 3:50 pm
Will and family, I heard about Norma today and I just wanted to pass along my condolences. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
#48 Comment By Mischa Thomason On April 10, 2023 @ 1:33 am
I was saddened to hear this. Mrs. Norma was so sweet. Prayers for the family and my deepest condolences.
Mischa Pitcock Thomason