Betty Jean Wright, of Knoxville, departed this life on Monday, January 23, 2017 at her residence. She is preceded in death by her mother Lois Wright, her father Leonard Winton and three brothers. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughters: Barbara Jean Wright and Leola Wright; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren, including devoted caretaker Shaniqua Johnson; two brothers: Leonard (Stickman) Winton, Jr. and James Wright; nieces, nephews and friends.