Laura P. Wright, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother,
great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at
the age of 72 on February 8, 2024, in Tallahassee, Florida.
Laura was born on July 25, 1951, in Commerce, Georgia,
to Robert and Eula Mae Wright (Williamson). She spent
most of her life in Jacksonville, Florida, where she
graduated from Stanton Vocational School and later
retired from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
Laura was a natural leader with an eloquent speaking
style and a charismatic personality. She was an empath
who deeply cared for others and always put their needs
before her own. She was a loving mother to her
daughters, Marvia Franklin-Cooper (Rhonda Cooper) of
Tallahassee, Florida and Randrea Mitchell of Jacksonville,
Florida; and a proclaimed son, Antione Harris (Stephanie
Harris) of Macclenny, Florida. She was a devoted
grandmother to her grandchildren, Micah Franklin,
Madyson Murchison, and McKensey Murchison, and
great-grandmother to Makai and Marlo Franklin of
Jacksonville Florida.
Laura is also survived by her sisters, Barbara Chandler
and LaVerne Geh of Georgia; a number of nieces and
nephews, including Tkeyia Williams and Josie Anderson of
Jacksonville; and grand nieces and nephews, Kaia,
Carson, and Caeden Harris, Mikiya Stephens, Jassier
Anderson, Jeriel Anderson, as well as great-grand niece
and nephew Kazi, and Jenesis Ayers.
Laura was preceded in death by her Stepfather, Lodgin
and mother Eula Mae Williamson, and her brother, Joe
Wright.
Thank you to all who have donated, sent cards, lovely
messages, spoke kind words or perhaps quietly thought of
the family during this time.
Laura will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all
who knew her. Her memory will forever be cherished, and
her legacy will continue to inspire those who were
fortunate enough to have known her.
Special thanks to Latrell Carroll who largely exceeded our
expectations in coordination of care. You are greatly
appreciated.