Linda L. Wright

Linda L. Wright went to heaven November 22, 2018. She was born January 29, 1941 in Durant, Oklahoma to Malcolm and Thelma Williams. Linda was an only child and developed lifelong friendships with several "Durant girls" who were always considered by Linda to be family. She loved to play, had a wonderful sense of humor, played the piano beautifully, and was a gifted school teacher. As a teacher, Linda pioneered the learning disabilities program for the McAlester public schools in the 1970s and reached many children over her many years as a school teacher, "unlocking" their ability to learn. She finished her teaching career at Dennis Elementary in the Putnam City School system. She was an avid bridge player and was active with the Salvation Army. She loved her many, many friends and her family. Linda leaves behind a daughter, Carrie L. Foster, husband Paul, granddaughter Dee Webster, husband Jared, and granddaughter Sarah Foster. She also leaves a son, Allen B. Wright, Sr., wife Jacque, grandson Brookes Wright and fiancée Emily Davis, and grandson David Wright. Linda loved spending time with and playing with her grandchildren. Her merry heart was a blessing to all who knew her. Visitation for Linda is from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Smith & Kernke Funeral Home, 14624 N. May Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73134. Her funeral is 10 a.m., Friday, November 30, 2018 at Church of the Servant, 14343 N. MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73142. Private burial in Durant, Oklahoma. Donations in her honor should be sent to the Salvation Army.