Nancy Lea Bain Wright
Nancy Lea Bain Wright, 95, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving daughters. Nancy was born October 13, 1928, in Camden, Ark., the daughter of the late Lillian Lea Bain and Robert Jack Bain. Nancy was raised in Monticello, Ark., graduating from Monticello High School. She attended Arkansas A&M in Monticello where she met her future husband, James A. Wright and were happily married for 53 years. Nancy and James lived in Pine Bluff and Little Rock raising their two daughters, Janet and Beverly and later enjoying their retirement years until James’ death in 2001.
Nancy was a kind, gentle soul with the sweetest smile and disposition, who loved to shop and travel, but her biggest pleasure was spending time with her family. The many birthday, holiday and family celebrations are memories that will never be forgotten. She was member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock and a member of the Grace Sunday School class, where she enjoyed the friendships of her fellow classmates and especially attending their monthly class luncheons, bible study classes and the fun-filled day trips.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, James. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Janet and John Chappelle of Little Rock and daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and David Beck of White Hall and her two beloved granddaughters, Katie Beck and Jenny Beck both of Little Rock. She was their biggest fan. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Bobby Wright and his wife, Carolyn of Hot Springs and several nieces and nephews who were dear and close to her heart.
Nancy was a devoted daughter, wife, mother and grandmother who deeply loved her family and friends. She will be missed beyond measure and will live in our hearts forever.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2023 with in the Chapel of Ralph Robinson and Son with Reverend Rick Jaggars officiating. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 1 p.m. until service time at Robinson’s.
The family would like to thank Hospice Home Care and express their deep gratitude for their special care during her final days and hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 N. Shackleford Road, Little Rock, Ark., 72211 or American Heart Association, 909 West 2nd Street, Little Rock, Ark., 72201. Online register: www.RalphRobinsonandSon.com.