Trey Dean Wright

Trey Dean Wright, 16, of Scranton, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence.

Born on October 9, 2008, in Hartsville, Trey was the son of Richard Dean Wright and Ashley Nicole Lindsey. A rising sophomore at Johnsonville High School, Trey was a proud varsity athlete, playing both football and baseball. He was a true outdoorsman who loved riding dirt bikes, spending time in nature, and living life to the fullest. Known for his infectious smile and ability to make everyone laugh, Trey was the kind of person who left a lasting impression on those around him. In addition to his studies and sports, Trey worked at Vox Deer Processing.

Trey is survived by his loving mother, Ashley Nicole Lindsey (Bo Creel); his father, Richard Dean Wright; and his brother, Blaze Bramlette. He is also survived by his special cousins “his boys”—Connar McKenzie, Brayden McKenzie, Coewen McKenzie, and Amiah McKenzie; and his “twin brothers,” Aiden Hanna, Ethan Kirby, Jayden Lauderback, Jasmine Lauderback, Noah Stone, Landon Eaddy, Jade Hutchinson, Booty Hutchinson, Colt Daniels and Peyton McDaniel.

He leaves behind grandparents, Catherine McKenzie (Terry Higginbotham), Mema and Grams, Helen & Lanny Thompson, and Brenda Gore. Trey is also survived by many loving aunts and uncles: Jerry & Alicia Lauderback, Tabitha & Bobby Atkinson, Reva & Chad Gibbs, Skylar Avin, Angela Truett, Erin McDaniel (Kami & Khloe), Angie & Chad Altman, Terry McKenzie, Dale McKenzie, Chris McKenzie, Ronnie McKenzie, Jerry McKenzie, Devin Higginbotham (Christin) and a special uncle, Randall Miller; along with numerous close friends and extended relatives who cherished him deeply.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Ella Wright; great-grandmother, Leslie Hill; uncles, Britt McKenzie and Alston Hanna; aunt, Jennifer McKenzie; and a close friend, Jurel Doctorr.

A celebration of Trey’s life will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Johnsonville High School, 237 S Georgetown Hwy, Johnsonville, SC 29555.

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