Richard H. Wright

Richard H. Wright of Manchester. Beloved husband for 55 years to Jeanne Giffin Wright and loving father of Lynne Dean, Karen Wright and Daniel Wright. Proud grandfather of Spencer Dean and Ross Dean. Dear brother of Robert V. Wright of Sherrill, NY and his wife Bertha and family Mike, Susan, Paula, Bobby and Sarina, Kevin and Michelle, David and Mona, Jimmy and Melissa. He is also survived by sister-in-law Shirley Giffin and families of Doug and Dene. Richard passed away Friday, November 11th, 2016 at age 81 surrounded by his family. Raised in Sherrill, NY, he graduated from Clarkson University in 1957 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and was also a proud Veteran of the US Army. His business career was with New York Telephone Co., Honeywell Temperature Controls, and Honeywell Data Processing. He was an active bowler, volleyball and tennis player, square dancer, and health club member for many years. His sports activities in his early years carried over as he followed and supported all 3 children as they pursued their sports careers and college degrees. Richard was also an active member of the St. Bridget Church Community and was a Reader for 45 years. He is remembered for his calm demeanor, sense of humor, friendliness, and thoughtful leadership. A part of his legacy was his ability to build, fix, and maintain everything that relates to home ownership. With him, it was always "you" before "me." Family and friends may gather for a time of visitation at Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester, on Thursday, November 17th, 2016 from 4:00-7:00pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, November 18th, 2016 at 10:00am at St. Bridget Church, 80 Main St., Manchester, CT. Everyone is asked to go directly to the church. Burial with military honors will follow in St. James Cemetery, Manchester. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Bridget School Advancement Office, 74 Main St., Manchester, CT 06042-3140. To leave a message of condolence, please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com

Visitation DetailsThursday, November 17th, 2016 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Holmes Funeral Home
Service DetailsFriday, November 18th, 2016 10:00am, St. Bridget Church
Interment DetailsSt. James Cemetery