Theresa Jean Wright, 64, of Carmel, formerly of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025, at her residence.
She was born December 10, 1960, in Franklin, IN to Lester Smith and Wilma Jean (Goodwin) Smith.
As a child, Theresa attended church at First Church of the Nazarene. She graduated from Shelbyville High School. Theresa sold real estate for many years and she also worked for the U.S. Postal Service as a clerk. She volunteered with several charities through the years as well. Theresa had a love for interior decorating and enjoyed decorating houses. She also enjoyed shopping, especially when she could use a coupon. She cherished the times spent on vacation and enjoyed watching dolphins from the beach. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family. She especially loved dancing to Boogie Shoes with her great-grandchildren.
She married Kelly Wright on January 1, 2017, and he survives.
She is also survived by her mother; her daughter, Heather Crowe (Nod Campbell); her step-daughter, Shayla Wright; her grandchildren, Caitlynn Brandenburg, Brock Smith (Kenna Clark), Adam Smith, Megan Smith, Josh Vinson and Jett Flores; her great-grandchildren, Quinn Vinson, Ozie Vinson, Ava Jean Vinson and Dahlia Riggan; her brother, Rick (wife, Linda) Carver; her sister, Patricia Newbold; her brother, Lester (wife, Tammy) Smith and her sister, Robin (husband, Ron) Phelps and her beloved dog, Lulu.
She was preceded in death by her father; her first husband, Sonny Crowe; her daughter, Skye Crowe; her son, David Wright and beloved dog, Lexi.
A Celebration of her life will be announced at a later date.
Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Theresa’s family.
Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.
