Carol Wright of Centralia passed away on Thursday, October 22nd, 2026, at age 84. Born on July 31st, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri, Carol was the daughter of Russell Justin and Florence (Anglen) Justin. She married Floyd Wright on August 8, 1990, and they spent 22 years together until he passed away on November 8, 2012.
Carol worked in different fields throughout her life, best known as a seamstress and later a homemaker. Her Sundays were reserved for her favorite pastime, watching wrestling, a tradition she enjoyed and shared with her children and grandchildren.
Carol is survived by her five daughters: Rebecca Lackey and Mike, Dianna McClelland, Tressa Walden, Carol Lackey, Jennifer Adams and Steve, as well as her son-in-law, Carl Meredith. She was the proud grandmother of 15 grandchildren, and her family continued to blossom with 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Her special nephew, Carl Justin, also held a unique place in her heart.
Preceding Carol in death were her parents, Russell and Florence Justin, her husband, Floyd Wright, and her brother, Edward Justin. She also joins her grandchild, Jace Lackey, nephew Russell Justin, and son-in-law, David McClelland, in eternal rest.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Residential Hospice, particularly Shaina, Mandy, and Whitney, for their compassionate care and dedication during Carol’s extended illness.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and there will be no public service at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home Inc. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family and will be accepted by the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street in Centralia, IL 62801 (618) 532-3523, which is honored to be of service to Carol’s family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting http://www.
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Carol Wright’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her, a beacon of love and a life well-lived.
