William H Wright III

William Henry Wright (Bill), III passed quietly on May 9, 2025 after a brief illness. Mr. Wright was the son of William Wright, Jr. and Helen Waddell Wright. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Anne Tallman. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Jonesborough.

Left to cherish memories of Bill are his wife, Angela; sons, Bill (Stacey) and Ben (Ginger); grandchildren Corbin, Kayla, Collin, Will and Ethan; brothers-in-law, Bob Tallman, Jeff Osborne and Carl Osborne (Sandy); nephews Matt Tallman (Tracy) and Jake Osborne; honorary sons Jeff Tucker and Patrick Drake; and several great nephews and cousins.

Bill was a graduate of East Tennessee State University, earning undergraduate and master’s degrees in Biology. Following graduation, he taught at Virginia Intermot College and then pursued a career in scientific supply sales for almost 20 years. Bill retired from teaching at Northeast State Community College after 17 years. Bill was passionate about science and teaching and loved sharing his passion with his students and his family.

The family invites family and friends to join them and share memories in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church of Jonesborough (parking in back) on Tuesday May 13 from 4:30-6:30.

Jonesborough Funeral Home & Cremation Services 423-722-8888