Jimmy Milton Wright

Jimmy Milton Wright, of Jacksonville, FL, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 14, 2024. He was 79.

Jimmy was born to Gladys and Albert Wright on August 19, 1944, in Jacksonville, FL. Jimmy is survived by his wife of 51 years, Gloria, four children, Albert (Joy), Timmy, Amanda (Tom), and Josh, and seven grandchildren: Inoli, Golanv, Wohali, Maggie, Nathan, Sarah, and Emma. Jimmy is also survived by sisters Bobbie (Bob), Elsie, and Teresa. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Gladys, and sisters Linda and Flora.

Jimmy was a carman for Seaboard Coast Line for 26 years. He spent his days repairing railroad cars and traveling to various locations in Florida and Georgia to work derailments. Jimmy also worked repairing Kirby vacuum cleaners as a side job.

Jimmy enjoyed working with his hands. He spent many hours in his workshop creating items out of wood and metal such as lanterns, furniture, and knives. Jimmy also enjoyed drawing and tending his very large vegetable garden. Jimmy was a faithful servant as a deacon in his church for many years.

Jimmy was very proud of his Cherokee heritage, often making yearly trips to local Native American gatherings as well as putting on his full regalia for school kids and scout troops. His Cherokee ID card was the most worn of all he had in his wallet.

Jimmy loved his wife dearly, all his sisters as the older brother, and his children. Jimmy enjoyed every moment he could spend with his grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Jimmy on May 4, 2024, at Cedar Bay Funeral Home at 405 New Berlin Road. The family welcomes family and friends for visitation at 10 am with the service starting at 11 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that you make a donation in Jimmy’s name to the Heritage Crossings care facility team for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at this "Donations" link at the bottom of this page.

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