Eldridge Wright Obituary

On Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, Eldridge (Mike) Wright went home to be with his lord.

Born April 21, 1941, in Kingston, he was a graduate of Tunkhannock High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Ingersoll-Rand.

He was a member of Bentley Creek Baptist Church and Rural Amity Lodge No. 70.

He enjoyed volunteering for Meals on Wheels and AARP doing taxes, his many walks with his loving dog, Huckleberry, and hunting.

He was predeceased by his parents, Arnold and Marie Wright; father and mother-in-law, Leland and Verona Wright; son, David Leland Wright; and grandson, Brock David Wright.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Lois Day Wright. He was a devoted father to his boys, Thomas Wright, Robert Wright and Steven Wright. He is also survived by several brothers and a sister, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He has eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in Nulton-Kopcza Funeral Home, 5749 state Route 309 (Beaumont), Monroe Township, with the Rev. James Ellis of Bentley Creek Baptist Church officiating. Interment will be in Perrins Marsh Cemetery, Center Moreland. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service Friday.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Bentley Creek Baptist Church, 13545 Berwick Turnpike, Gillette, PA 16925; the American Heart Association, 613 Baltimore Drive, Suite 3, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; or a charity of the donor's choice.

Published by Citizens Voice from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6, 2012.
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So sorry to hear of your loss prayers are with your family from the Brunges family

November 11, 2012

Lois, I was saddened to hear of your loss of Mike. It is difficult to hear of friends from Center Moreland and Vernon who we knew as children leaving us. Mike's older brother was a good friend of my brother Ed. May you find peace in your children and grandchildren.
Ray Peters

November 8, 2012

I love you grandpa! I miss you so much! I know I'm gonna be 27 but it still not fair! Please watch over me and my kids and of course granny! Rest in peace!

Christine Ann Marie Wright

November 8, 2012

RIP (Mike)Grandpa, you will be greatly missed by us and so many others!! We know you are looking down on us! You will always be in our hearts and thoughts!!!!

Sue, Crissie and Tom jr Wright

November 8, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Suellen Stedge

November 8, 2012

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

November 8, 2012

Lois, I am so sorry to hear about Mike. I'm so glad I got to see you both at our reunion after so many years. You're both in my prayers.
Love, Janice

November 7, 2012

Mom..So sorry for your loss...I am thinking of you in your time of sorrow...May God be with you..your in my prayers...I Love You Mom

Corinne Wright

November 7, 2012

To Dad the most loving father and father-in-law i have ever known you are missed and will be missed...I Love You..RIP, Dad

Corinne Wright

November 7, 2012

It was with heartfelt sorrow we learned of Mike's passing, however, we know he is finally at peace. May you find comfort, Lois, in the love and prayers of your many friends. We all share so many good memories.

Nancy & Frank Roberts

November 7, 2012

Love you Dad RIP

Bob Wright

November 6, 2012

Lois and Family,

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Fred (Teddy) Murphy

November 6, 2012

Lois and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of all of you in our thoughts and prayers.Our love to you,Harold and Janet Brunges 1-843-651-4049.

November 6, 2012

Lois, so,so sorry for your loss.

Phyllis Hoyt

November 6, 2012

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