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Kyle Marie (Dale)
Wright "Nana", 62, of Lincoln, traveled to her
eternal life surrounded by her family on October 25,
2026, at Sullivan Health Care. Cremation rites have
been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral
Home. A celebration of her life will be held soon.
Kyle was born July 12, 1964, in Lincoln, IL., the
daughter of Darleen Rose (Swan) and Glenn Robert
Dale. She was a 1982 graduate of Hartsburg-Emden
High School. Back in her early days, you could find
her at all the best rock ‘n roll concerts and going
on adventures with her sisters and many friends (oh
the stories she told!). She enjoyed writing
beautiful stories and poetry while still in school.
Kyle was employed at Eaton/Cutler Hammer from
1987-2017 where many co-workers became close friends
and some like family. She enjoyed swimming in the
summertime, camping at the lake with her family and
friends, and dancing in the kitchen with her
grandbabies. She was happy to play alongside her
grandkids at any playground or park. They had fun
when Nana was the “lava monster” in their own little
made-up game. Kyle always made the holidays special;
it wasn’t a family gathering without her chicken and
noodles. She was soft-hearted and affectionately
known as "aunt cry cry" when she cried tears of joy
holding babies and being in the presence of loved
ones. She loved hunting for treasures at thrift
stores and collecting gravy boats. She enjoyed Steak
N’ Shake dates with her daughter and grandson, and
cheeseburgers and chocolate shakes with her sisters
and swinging on the front porch. Kyle had a soft
spot for animals, especially cats, who seemed to
find their way into her life whenever they needed a
loving heart and a place to call home. One very
special kitty, however, was more than just a pet.
Evy Lou was her best friend, who was always there to
offer cuddles and unconditional love. Kyle was a
selfless person. She always had a smile on her face
and was always willing to lend a helping hand to
anyone in need. She was loved dearly and will be
deeply missed by all of those who were fortunate
enough to have crossed paths with her sweet soul.
Survivors include her children: Luke (Meagan) Wright
and Kristin Wright; 4 grandchildren: Evan
Richardson, Ethan Johnston, Avery Johnston, and Nova
Marie Wright; 2 sisters; and several nieces and
nephews. Her children and grandbabies were the light
of her life. |
She was preceded in
death by her parents, 2 sisters, and her beloved
kitty, Evelynn Louella (Evy Lou).
Memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society
of Logan County.
Throughout Kyle’s
long and hard-fought journey, she was surrounded by
people who gave their time, love, and compassion to
help care for her. Thank you to the nurses, CNAs,
and caregivers who brought comfort to Kyle. Your
kindness and support will never be forgotten.
If Kyle could leave
you with one last reminder of her, it would be to
think of her with the sweet scent of lilacs in the
spring, a butterfly dancing by, and when an AC/DC
song comes on, turn it up loud and think of her! May
these little reminders bring smiles though the tears
and remind you of a woman whose love, laughter and
spirit will never fade away.
Kyle had a natural gift for writing and a way of
expressing herself through poetry from a young age.
At just 17 years old, one of her many poems was
accepted for publication through the Society of
American Poets. In remembrance of her beautiful
spirit and the words she left behind, we are honored
to share a small piece of her heart through the
following poem:
God’s Great Gift
I’m writing a poem,
And I’m not sure what it will be,
Just wait to find out and you will see.
The grass is so green and so are the trees,
Everything is changing colors; including the leaves,
The Heavens are high for those who believe,
We’re waiting for our other life,
That we will soon receive,
That great life is:
God’s gift of eternity! -Kyle Marie
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