Theresa Gayle Wright

Theresa Gayle Wright, age 69, of Holden, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on Friday, August 24, 1956, in Independence, Missouri, to Ervin Hennrich and Anna Marie (Thompson) Hennrich, both of whom preceded her in death. Theresa was raised in Independence and graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic High School in 1974. On September 6, 1974, Theresa married the love of her life, Terry Wright, in Independence, Missouri. Together, they built a life rooted in love and family, raising three sons and one daughter. In 2017, Theresa and Terry made their home in Holden, Missouri. Theresa dedicated much of her career to serving others, working as a front-end manager for Walgreens. She also worked at Watt Drugs in Independence, where she served both in the pharmacy and as a front-end manager. She was known for her kindness, strong work ethic, and the genuine care she showed to those around her. Family was at the center of Theresa’s life. She especially cherished Easter and Christmas, delighting in time spent with her grandchildren. She shared a special bond with her sisters, and their regular gatherings—fondly known as “Sisters Saturday”—were filled with laughter, conversation, and love. Theresa also enjoyed collecting teapots, salt and pepper shakers, and brass figurines. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Theresa is survived by her devoted husband, Terry Wright; her sons, Daniel Wright and David Wright of Holden, Missouri, and T. Shawn Brown of Independence, Missouri; her daughter, Katie Hurshman and r husband, Brian of Holden, Missouri; her sister, Anna Coe; her grandchildren, Dylan, Jake, Jordan, Leara, Kylin, Savana; and her great-granddaughter, Evelyn, with two more great-grandchildren on the way. In addition to her parents, Ervin and Anna Hennrich, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gary Hennrich, and her sisters, Willetta “Billie” Bishop, Marion Donna Hennrich, Mary Mullins, Patricia Opoka, and Rebecca Plotner, granddaughter, Olivia A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Covenant Church of Holden, 298 MO-131 Highway, Holden, Missouri. A Celebration of Life service will follow, with Pastor Michael Wakeman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Katie Hurshman on behalf of the family at 1919 SW 650th Road, Holden, Missouri 64040. Arrangements are entrusted to Campbell-Cast Funeral Home, a Stewart Family Company. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.castfuneralhome.com.

Theresa Gayle Wright

August 24, 1956 - March 14, 2026