LaVaughn A. Wright

LaVaughn A. Wright, 78, of Mesa, Arizona, beloved father, grandfather and friend, passed away on May 1, 2004. LaVaughn was born in Saint David, Arizona on April 24, 1926. In high school he was president of the Friendship Club and he carried this with him throughout his life as he was a great friend to all. He married his high school sweetheart, Norma Riggs on November 18, 1946. She preceded him in death on April 2, 1989. In December 1989 he married Nancy Jones Allridge. He spent many years working with his brothers in the grocery business and he took great pride in his work. At age 20 he was chosen best merchandiser of Arizona. LaVaughn's favorite pastime was riding horses and in 1966 he was the Grand Marshal for the Mesa J.C. Rodeo Parade. He enjoyed serving in many church positions and served faithfully as bishop of the 30th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1969 to 1975. He loved to give parties and was famous for his Hawaiian Luau's. LaVaughn served a mission with Nancy in West Virginia. His greatest pride and joy were his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Nancy, sister Margaret DeWitt and brother Thomas, son Lorenzo (Kathleen), three daughters Lucille Jarvis (Randy), Lizabeth Wright, and Lori Crum (John), all of Mesa, 18 grandchildren and 7 1/2 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ Bunker's Garden Chapel on Tuesday, May 4th from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Services will be Wednesday, May 5th at 10:00 am, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Pueblo Stake Center, 2334 E. Pueblo Ave., Mesa, AZ. with visitation one hour prior. Sign the Guest Book at eastvalleytribune.com