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Larry Wright
August 2, 1946 ~ March 5, 2010
Wright, Larry “Very”August 29, 1946-March 5, 2010 born in Marshall, Missouri. Passed away suddenly with wife at his side. He was a loving, kind, gentle, and inspiring man and always optimistic. He never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife Tonna, stepchildren Donny, Tiffany, Jessica, and Ashley Ebarb, son Timothy and daughter Kathy from previous marriage, two grandchildren Haley and Tristan. Sister Judy Butcher, two nephews JR Malensek and Shane Kern and one niece Jody King. A celebration of his life will be held at England Family Mortuary on Friday March 12th. 27135 Madison Ave, Temecula 92590. Visitation 3- 4:30, service at 5:00 Services: 5:00PM at England Family Mortuary on Friday, March 12th, 2010 (map/driving directions)
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A wonderful pastor and friend over 38 years since we were appointed togethr in 1972 to Southern Africa. May god bless and comfort of of the family.
Honoring Larry’s life and ministry on behalf of me, my father, Wally Renegar, one of Larry’s mentors, and all of my family. We are very sorry for your loss.
I have already written my condolances but I wanted to register my desire to receive the new entries from the guest book.
It is with deep sadness and shock we received the news just yesterday 9th March, of Larry’s sudden untimely death. We have such wonderful, unforgettable memories of a truly loving, caring pastor, missionary, friend & servant of God. Our family are eternally grateful to God for the spiritual influence, example and support we received from Larry as our pastor and friend in Rhodesia so long ago. We would like to extend our love and continued prayers to his family at this time and would love to hear from them. Beryl and Abe Liebenberg and family from Amanzimtoti, South Africa
Larry Wright – a true friend of the Goodes family in Bulawayo. Val will be there to meet you. Sincere condolences to Larry’s wife, children and family. Love, Hilton and Clair Goodes (Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada).
Larry Wright was one of the kindest, most gentle persons I have ever known. Great memories of traveling together, ministering together in college will never be forgotten.
My condolences and prayers are with the family. May the Lord bless you and keep you as only He can.
My heart goes out to your family at this time. Our family has treasured the memories we had together in Africa for many years and also in California. Don was there to greet Larry in Heaven. To Susan, Tim and Kathy, we love you and know God will strengthen you. To Tonna and family, I pray God will give you comfort and peace. Be assured of my prayers.
One month ago today the whole world got a little darker, it became a little less than it was before. I guess for me it became a lot less. I think about him everyday. Some days are better than others. Thank you to everyone who attended. To those who could not, I greatly appreciate all you had to say here about him. I am so grateful for the father he was. We were not always close but in the last 10 years or so, he and I fostered a very strong friendship. He was indeed, my best friend. I don’t know how many more times I am going to want to call him about something and begin to reach for the phone before I stop. I don’t know how many more times I am going to cry. I don’t know if this is something you “get over.” We used to joke that it’s not the years that get you in the end, it’s the miles. I guess this is just another mile that I have to travel. When things have been tough, I could always turn to his wisdom and find strength in his words. So once again, I will do the same. “This too shall pass” I find comfort knowing that he is in a better place and can finally sing in the choir. I love you daddy. Rest in piece.
Our prayers are with you-I have enjoyed Larry/family’s friendship all of my life. It has been a great blessing and a lot of humorous and meaningful occasions. As the blessing of his memory lives on, let it inspire all of us to live our lives in gratitude for all of the the blessings God gives us. Love, Laurel
These last few days have been filled with many memories of the last twenty-six years that I have known Larry. He had faith in people and was willing to take a chance. He challenged Mary to start the Nursery school at Regents Park and me to establish a model Sunday School. Five years later we left our family and home to come to an unknown country because Larry had invited us to minister with him. At Bloomington he gave me an opportunity to expand the school. Larry has to taught me many lessons over the years. The ones that remain with me is that of being generous and always looking for the good in others. Larry has impacted the my whole family. Thank you so much.
Those in South Africa that remember – to Susan and those who loved Larry…… may His comfort and presence be your portion…. May his legacy be honuring to God
We are very saddened by the news of Larry. We served together in Africa. May the Lord bless and sustain you as family and be the source of your strength.
We often think of that first service we ever attended at the Nazarine Church in Bulawayo, in what is now Zimbabwe, about 33 years ago, in which Stuart gave his heart to the Lord during communion. Thank God for Larry’s testimony in that service. Stuart is now a Pastor himself and we are both in full time ministry as a result of Larry’s obedience to what God was saying and the transparency of his testimony. How can anyone say “thank you” for that kind of gift – but we do, with all our hearts. May the God of all comfort be very close to all the family during and through this time.
We were so very sad to hear of Larry’s passing. We knew Larry, many years ago, in Rhodesia — he was our Pastor and we loved him so. We can only praise the Lord that Larry is resting in His arms and we look forward to the day we will meet again on the Streets of Pure Gold. Blessings and sympathy to all his family. Another son gone to glory ~ Amen. Love ~ Peter and Denise Botwright
With sincere sympathy. Larry was my good friend through the years. We first met in Salem, Ohio at a missionary conference in the middle 60’s. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
You will be missed by the many people you touched around the world. Your impact on my life is significant. You were my pastor at a critical time in my life. I made the right decision on which way to go, thanks in large part to your investment in me. I pray for your family and loved ones who mourn your passing.