James Alton Wright, Sr., 72, of Hemphill, Texas passed way Sunday, June 27, 2021 at his residence in Hemphill.

Alton was born in Centerview, Texas on January 23, 1949 to Carl LaFayette Wright and Etta Mae Wright.  Alton was a lifetime resident of Sabine County and had worked for 36 years as a chemical operator in petroleum refineries in LaPorte, Texas before his retirement.  Alton was a Vietnam Veteran having serving his country with the United States Navy.  He was also a member of Hemphill VFW.

Alton is survived by his son, James Alton Wright, Jr. of LaPorte, Texas; daughters, Michelle Wright Lakey and husband, John V. of Brookeland, Christina Taylor and husband, Keith, of Pineland, and Jana Taylor of LaPorte; brothers, Carl Lafayette Wright, Jr. and wife, Lora Beth, of Cuero and Samuel Joseph DiBello and wife, Mary, of LaPorte; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Isaac Douglas Wright and sisters, Anna Lois DiBello and Mary Etta Rany Faulk.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 2, 2021 at Little Flock Missionary Baptist Church in Bronson.

Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 2, 2021 in Little Flock Missionary Baptist Church under the direction of Starr Funeral Home with Bro. David Ebarb and Bro. Luke Bridwell officiating.

Burial will follow service in Centerview Cemetery with military honors provided by the Sabine County Honor Guard.

Condolences can be made and guest book may be signed online at starrfuneralhome.com.