Kevin R. Wright

Sep. 22, 1955 - Oct. 04, 2017

SOUTH BEND - Kevin R. Wright lived out his earthly life in South Bend, IN. He passed on to glory, in his home, in the presence of his loving wife, Joy and their sons, on October 4th at the age of 62. Kevin was born on September 22, 1955; the sixth child and the fifth son of Edward & Gladys Wright. As a young man, he followed his brother Gary Wright into the automotive repair career working at Midas Muffler Shop on Keasey Street in South Bend. Later in life he would also be employed by Solvay Corp and St. Joseph Hospital of South Bend. A graduate of Riley High School, he and his cousin, Bruce Crumbley were co-owners of K&B Auto Repair. He also served many years on the board of the Southeast Side reunion committee helping to co-ordinate events. After the death of his mother, Kevin was raised by his uncle & aunt, Willie (deceased) and Thelma Crumbley.

In addition to his parents, other preceding Kevin into glory, sisters, Barbara Brown & Rose Brooks; brothers, Edward, Dennis & Gary Wright.

On August 9th, 2013, Kevin was united in marriage to his soul mate, Nanetta (Joy) Bryant who survives. He is also survived by his only child, Kevin Wright, Jr., three step children, Desmond, Dante & Diona Harris, four grandchildren, Kelis, Kayla, Kevin (K3) and Carmelo Anthony Wright; brother Samuel L. Wright and sisters Theresa Phelps, Darlene Martin and Yoland Wright.

Kevin remained a faithful member of Faith Baptist Church, beginning with Rev. Joseph and continuing with Pastor Verneil Lewis, until failing health made attendance difficult.

Visitation will be held at Alford's Mortuary from 5:00 p.m., to 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 10, 2017. Services will be held at Faith Baptist Church at 1:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 11, 2017.

Arrangements entrusted with ALFORD'S MORTUARY.

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