  Paula was born in Denison on December 19, 1959, daughter of Legessie Wright Horn. She was educated in Denison and graduated from Sherman Independent School District. While in Denison she worked at Johns Manville and as a baker. At an early age she became a member of the Quinn Chapel Methodist Church where she worked with the youth and remained a member until the Lord called her home. Upon moving to Dallas, she began working at SMU as a receptionist until her health failed her. Paula was a proud mother of 2 children, Crystal and Derrick and the joy of her life, her grandson, Giovanni Wright. Paula passed from this life on April 16, 2022 at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Lynda Bell, Patricia Shaw and brother, Herman Wright. Left to cherish her memory is her mother, daughter, Crystal; son, Derrick; grandson, Giovanni along with her sisters, Francine, Constance, Rhea Rochelle; and brothers, Arthur, Michael and David; and a host of many relatives and friends. "My dearest sweet Mother, I am really going to miss you. Your beautiful smile, one-of-a-kind laughter, your voice along can really brighten up any day. It didn't matter what it was that was bothering me, you always knew the right words to say to make it better. No matter what you were going through or how sick you were, you would always keep a positive attitude and faith in the Lord. You were a very strong woman that never gave up and didn't let anything keep you down. Thank you, Mama; I will carry that strength on for the rest of my life. Rest in peace, my dear." Funeral service was held Saturday afternoon, April 23, 2022 at Waldo Funeral Chapel with Rev. Linda Murphy officiating. Burial followed at Magnolia Cemetery, Denison. Arrangements were entrusted to James E. Smith and the professionals of Waldo Funeral Home. - - - Waldo Funeral Home Magnolia Cemetery Susan Hawkins © 2024 If you find any of Grayson County TXGenWeb links inoperable, please send me a message. |