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A limb has fallen from the family tree. 
I keep hearing a voice that says, 
(Jr and Debbie) Grieve not for me. 
Remember the best times, the laughter, the song. 
The good life I lived while I was strong. 
Continue my heritage, 
(Dickerson and Jefferson Family), Im counting onyou. 
Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. 
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. 
Remembering all how I truly was blessed... (g8yrs). 
Continue traditions, the family reunion, no matter how small. 
Go on with your life, family, dont worry about falls. 
I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin. 
Until the day comes, were together again. 
-Author Unknown - 
The family of Marie D. Wright wishes to express sincere 
gratitude and thanks for the great acts of kindness and 
gestures of love and support extended to us during our 
time of sickness and bereavement. Many thanks go to 
Dr. Calvin Jackson and the CSRA Medical Associates 
staff; also the Regency SouthernCare Hospice team of 
nurses, doctors, social workers and staff. Special thanks 
to Belinda Patterson, Marybell Elim, and Stephanie 
Hadley who gave aid and care during the duration of 
her illness. 
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CELEBRATION OF LIFE 
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WRIGHT 
March 23,1923 - June 5, 2021 
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Eleven Oclock in the Morning 
MT. OLIVE MEMORIAL GARDENS 
3666 Deans Bridge Road 
Hephzibah, Georgia 
Reverend Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr. - Officiating 
Pastor/Teacher - Tabernacle Baptist Church 
1223 Laney Walker Boulevard | Augusta, Georgia 
702 N Belair Road | Evans, Georgia 
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MARIE DICKERSON WRIGHT was born on March 23, 
1923, to the late Marion Dickerson, Sr. and Gertrude 
Dickerson in McBean, Georgia. Marie was the tenth 
child of ten children. She was preceded in death by her 
husband, Jordon Wright of forty-four years. 
Marie was baptized at an early age at Spirit Creek 
Baptist Church, Augusta, Georgia. Later in life, she 
joined Tabernacle Baptist Church under the leadership 
of Reverend Charles Spencer Hamilton. Accordingly 
during her sixty-five years of membership, she 
faithfully served as a member of the Sanctuary Choir, 
a Deaconess, a Mother of the Church, and in various 
other ministries. Marie was also a lifelong member 
of the New Era Missionary Baptist Convention of 
Georgia, Inc. 
Marie was educated in the Richmond County School 
System. She worked as a secretary at Pilgrim Health & 
Life Insurance Company, Augusta, Georgia for forty- 
plus years. Marie also worked diligently with her 
hands: gardening, sewing, and cooking delicious meals 
for her family and friends which were some of her 
favorite things to do. 
Marie lived her life with enthusiasm and exuberance. 
She moved through life with grace and charisma with 
an amazing capacity to love and give to others. She was 
known for her exquisite taste: her suits, hats, shoes, 
and jewelry always made a statement. She never left a 
room until she shared a hug and a smile. 
Loving memories will be cherished by: her son, Elias 
Burton, Jr. (Debbie), Augusta, Georgia; grandson, Rico 
T. Partlow, Atlanta, Georgia; stepdaughters, Reverend 
Darlene Cooley (Matthew), and Marilyn Taylor (Greg), 
both of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; and a host of 
grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other loving relatives 
and friends. 
Dont grieve for me, for now Im free. 
Im following the path God laid for me. 
I took His hand when I heard him call; 
I turned my back and left it all. 
I could not stay another day, 
to laugh, to love, to work or play. 
Tasks left undone must stay that way; 
I found that place at the close of day. 
If my parting has left a void, 
then fill it with remembered joy. 
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; 
oh yes, these things, I too will miss. 
Be not burdened with times of sorrow. 
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. 
My lifes been full, I savored much; 
good friends, good times, a loved ones touch. 
Perhaps my time seems all too brief; 
dont lengthen it now with undue grief. 
Lift up your heart and share with me, 
God wanted me now, He set me free. 
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Scriptures............Reverend Dr. Wanda Richardson 
Tabernacle Baptist Church 
Augusta, Georgia 
Old Testament - Isaiah 53: 4-5 (NIV) 
New Testament - 2 Corinthians 5: 6-8 (NIV) 
Prayer of Comfort..........Reverend Sonya London 
Tabernacle Baptist Church 
Augusta, Georgia 
Musical Selection....May the Work Ive Done Speak for Me 
REFLECTIONS (Two Minutes, Please) 
Church Member............Dr. Ronald Brown Sr. 
Chairman of the Deacon Board [ Tabernacle Baptist Church 
Family Member..................Dr. Terry Elam 
Cousin 
Acknowledgements...............Ms. Debra Hammond 
Great-Niece 
Musical Selection..........My Soul is Anchored in the Lord 
Eulogy............Reverend Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr. 
Pastor, Tabernacle Baptist Church 
Augusta, Georgia 
Committal 
TakeMe to the King 
(Played in background) 
Benediction