Melva Edith Wright, 54, of Sweetwater, TN went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 31, 2025.
Wise beyond her years and a great woman of faith, Melva was a devout follower of Christ. Her smile and laugh were infectious, and she loved like no other. She was always there for people with a helping hand or lending her shoulder to cry on. Melva was extremely artistic and loved crocheting and singing in her downtime. Above all, she loved spending time with her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Preceded in death by her mother, Allie Miller; father, Billy Miller; brothers, Ray and Michael Griffith.
Survivors include her daughter, Ashley Wright; son, Anthony Wright; cherished grandson, Christian English; fiancé, Jeff Brown; brother, Jerry Griffith; sister, Susie Chrisman; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and so many other loved family and friends.
The family will have a Memorial Service on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 5:00 pm at Companion Funeral Home of Athens. A visitation will be held prior from 4:00pm - 5:00 pm.
You are encouraged to wear pink to honor Melva!
You are invited to share a personal memory of Melva or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.
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