Dallas/Myrtle Beach, Texas
Apr 26, 1950 – Dec 21, 2019 (Age 69)
Dale Courtney Wright died on Saturday, December 21, 2019. He was born April 26, 1950 in New York (Queens), NY as the second and youngest child of the late Sylvester L. and Harriett Wright. In 1972, Dale graduated from Pace College (now Pace University) in New York City with a B.A. in Business Administration. While at Pace, he was an honor scholar athlete and also defensive standout for the Pace Setters basketball team. Upon graduation, he joined the J.C. Penney Company in its New York headquarters as a Buying Assistant. He was rapidly promoted to Buyer and while there assumed his expansive knowledge of textiles. His charm and charisma enabled him to develop many lifelong business and personal relationship throughout the global textile and retail industries. Two of his hallmark achievements while at JCP were coordinating the launch of the ubiquitous "Bed in A Bag" and equally as commonplace today, the valance to accompany shower curtains. In 1981, Dale began operating independently as D.C. Wright, Inc., facilitating the placement of a myriad of textiles throughout several U.S. retailers. During the height of US textile production, he worked with many household manufacturers such as Royal Velvet, Cannon, and Milliken (Brumlow) Rugs. As the industry moved offshore, he worked with international manufacturers to ensure continued supply into the US. Dale was known for his charming charisma and infectious smile. He had a way with words (and he loved words). His words would bring a smile to strangers' faces - (really, to his future friends' faces) - and intertwine them in a bond so great that their same smile would return instantly upon seeing him at a later time. He had a strong will and witty sense of humor. Dale was passionate foremost about his family; additionally about golf, reading, traveling, and all other sports. His famous "Fire in the Belly" and "Passion" (song) resonate with the many athletic teams that his kids were a part of. He was truly the life of the party, dancing his way through a life that he lived to the fullest. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Tina Wright and their daughter, Marymegan Wright; his brother, Sylvester "Skip" Wright, Jr.; two sons, Adam and Damon Wright; and grandchild Sienna Wright. Dale will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A private family Memorial service was held on Monday, December 23 at 11:00 AM at the McKiever Funeral Home. Donations can be made in Dale's name to: *Lower Cape Fear Mercy Hospice at lcfh.org. *Relay For Life website (benefitting the American Cancer Society). Marymegan is co-Chairing the event for Phillips Exeter in honor of her dad.
Please edit my passage. I wrote his son’s name as Brandon and it should have said Damon. Adam was correct. I wasn’t thinking.
Marjorie Silverman
December 15, 2021 | Royal Palm Beach, FL | Friend
See you like it was yesterday, a bunch of us riding to basketball practice up state . . .performing at a Black History Event one February. Partying in Queens, and playin our beloved game. . .I went on to Ohio etc and lost you. . .glad I found you, ant that life was good for you. . .Love and Blessings to the family.
Jamal Koram alias "Loony"
December 12, 2020 | Friend
We were close friends at Pace , played freshman basketball, participated in Black Student organization events, and hung out together. I went on to finish school in Ohio, and we lost touch. I have found memories. So sorry we let our friendship dwindle.... Rest in Peace my Brother.
Jamal Koram
December 12, 2020 | Alexandria, VA
It is approaching the anniversary of Dale’s passing. I still think of him every day and reminisce fondly of all the good times we had in college and the few years after that he remained in NYC while working with JC Penney’s. You were Godfather to Jennifer, my first of four daughters. You did visit us one time in NJ when she was a little bit older but I posted a picture of you holding her shortly after she was born. We kept in touch for 50 years. I loved you so much it’s hard to put into...
Marjorie Silverman
December 08, 2020 | Friend
It is approaching the anniversary of Dale’s passing. I still think of him every day and reminisce fondly of all the good times we had in college and the few years after that you remained in NYC while working with JC Penney’s. You were Godfather to Jennifer, my first of four daughters. You did visit us one time in NJ when she was a little bit older but I posted a picture of you holding her shortly after she was born. We kept in touch for 50 years. I loved you so much it’s hard to put into...
Marjorie Silverman
December 08, 2020 | Friend
Dale is one of the finest human beings I have ever had the privilege of knowing. We always looked forward to lacrosse weekends with the Wrights. He was someone that everyone wanted to be around because he exuded happiness, kindness and energy. Samantha will especially miss hearing "Passion!" from the sidelines of games. She credits Dale's motivation with lifting her through some tough games. I could go on and on about this kind, funny and smart man who enriched the lives of everyone he...
Susan and Sam Whiting
January 17, 2020 | Dallas, TX | Friend
Mr. Wright was a class act and every time I saw him he lightened up the room. There aren't many genuine people placed on this earth, but he was one of them. Never met a stranger and always treated everyone he met with respect. I can go on and on about him, but it still wouldn't be enough. I said all of that to say it was an honor to know him, and may he rest in power. Condolences to the family.
Greg James
January 12, 2020 | Myrtle Beach, SC
Dear Tina, Marymegan, and the Wright Family, We can still remember the day when Marymegan and Haya moved into Bancroft Hall together and it was the first time that we met Dale. We were busy setting up the girls in their room, attending orientation activities and trying to avoid the rainy weather (something for which we were both not fully prepared!) as we made our way together to the different events. Dale was exceedingly warm and good-spirited -- and immediately displayed an interest in...
Firas Raad
January 11, 2020 | DC | Friend
This seems impossible to believe. To Tina and Marymegan, my deepest sympathies for a husband and father lost way too soon. Pam Banks
Pam Banks
January 11, 2020 | Plano, TX | Coworker
