Rev. Ernest F. Wright, age 95, of Oak Ridge went home to be with His Heavenly Father on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at The Waters of Clinton. Ernest was a veteran of the United States Army having served in World War II. He pastored Hinds Creek Baptist Church and Bishopville Baptist Church. He was born September 7, 1921 in Loyston, Tennessee to the late John and Mossie Wright. In addition to his parents he is also preceded in death by his first wife, Gladys Wright and several brothers and sisters.

He is survived by:
Wife Lucille Wright of Oak Ridge
Sons Frank & wife Loujuana Wright of Clinton
Carl & wife Susan Wright of Claxton
John & wife Sharon Wright of Clinton
Mike & wife Laurel Wright of Clinton
Daughter Sandra & husband Louis Sharp of Andersonville
Brother. Max & wife Joann Wright of Georgia
Step daughter Diane Adams
15 Grandchildren
17 Great Grandchildren
Many many nieces and nephews

The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 pm, Monday, October 17, 2016 at Calvary Baptist Church in Oak Ridge. His funeral service will follow at 7:00 pm with Rev. Steve McDonald officiating. His graveside will be 11:00 am, Tuesday at Woodhaven Memorial Garden with full military honors at graveside. Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements. holleygamble.com