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Terence Wright Obituary
The youngest of seven children born to Major John Ivan and Teresa Wright, he graduated Newton High School in 1985 and lived for 45 years with his mother, a kindergarten teacher in Newton for 38 years. He moved into the SCARC group home in Lafayette in 2009 and worked in the SCARC day programs.
Predeceased by his father, as well as his brothers, Keith and Timothy, Ted is survived by his mother, Teresa Wright of Newton; brothers, Kevin of River Edge and Patrick of Ridgewood; and sisters, Colleen of Newton and Pegeen of Belmont, Mass. He is also survived by many adoring nieces and nephews.
To all who knew him, Ted was a great caregiver. With a lightness of heart, a generous nature and kindly good humor, he brightened many hearts and made us forget our limitations.
Friends may call on Friday from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Smith-McCracken Funeral Home, 63 High St., Newton. A service to celebrate Ted's life will be held 7:30 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. A private burial will be held at Branchville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to the Sussex County Association for Retarded Citizens (SCARC) in memory of Ted Wright (SCARC, 11 Route 206, Suite 100, Augusta, NJ 07822). Online condolences may be offered at www.smithmccrackenfuneralhome.com.
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for Terence Wright
Debra Spaldo
November 2, 2010
Mrs. Wright,
My deepest sympathy is with you. Teddy was in my very first class as a student teacher. I will always remember him as such a cute, funny little boy.
Debbie (Fox) Spaldo
October 30, 2010
Dear Terry,
Our condolences and love to you and your family. Liz and Bill Street and family
(Texas and Newton)
Jennifer Pomerantz Minson
October 29, 2010
My deepest sympathies.
October 28, 2010
Dear Mrs. Wright and family, Please accept my condolences on the loss of Teddy. I remember him as a happy part of our Newton High School family. He taught many, many students to enjoy life and not to judge others. He will be missed by the 80's generation from Newton High. Kathy Craudell Miller, Charlotte, NC
October 28, 2010
Colleen & family - my deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear brother, Ted. Love and prayers to you and your family - Bea Field
Maria DeVita-Krug
October 27, 2010
Dear Mrs. Wright and family, My heart is heavy at the loss of Teddy! To see him smile would bring a joy that nothing else could ever quite reach. He was a dear, wonderful man and I will miss him..
Edna Talmadge
October 27, 2010
Dear Collen and Family,
Today was a very sad day for me as I learned of Teddy's passing.He recently stopped by the new SCARC center. He sat at my desk signing his name as he enjoyed doing.I will never forget the happiness he brought to me.
Carol Dolan
October 27, 2010
I will always remember Teddy's big smile, his happiness and joy of his family. Ever a welcome addition to any gathering; I am proud to have known him and to have shared in the light he brought others.
October 27, 2010
Dear Wright family. we are so sorry to hear of your lost. I remmeber going out to dinner with Teddy and Terry, we had a great time.
our prayers are with you.
Brian & Jeannie O'Brien Wesley Chapel, Florida
Eileen Courtright
October 27, 2010
Dear Wright Family,
I had the pleasure of going to school with Kevin, Patrick and Tim. They were so proud of their little brother. It was a pleasure to have meet him. He brought sunshine to all he talked to. I remember his big smile and how helpful he was.
My deepest sympathy,
Eileen (Andrews) Courtright
October 27, 2010
We knew Ted as a child and young boy. He always had a smile on his face and was a joy to be around. He added much brightness to this world.
Pat Samiljan
Lou LaRusso
October 27, 2010
Mrs. Wright & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 27, 2010
Dear Wright Family~
Heart-felt condolences are extended to you and SCARC members/staff in the loss of Ted. I attended NHS with his "big" brothers....
Warmly~
Dr. Joseph and Candy (Gumm) Salerno
RON PHILLIPS
October 27, 2010
Teddy was the very best friend my son Allan ever had. His smile could always light up a room.
Although we lost touch after Teddy moved to Florida and we eventually left Sussex County, Allan still talks about his best friend.
I am deeply saddened by his passing.
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