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Robert Wright Obituary

WRIGHT, ROBERT L. 64, of Simmonsville Avenue, died Thursday, May 8, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Margaret H. (Anderson) Wright and companion of Frances Portella. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Earl V. and Irene E. (Desorcy) Wright. Robert was a polisher for various jewelry companies for many years before retiring. In addition to his wife, and companion, he leaves a daughter, Lenore M. Wright; two sons, Robert L. Wright, Jr. and Thomas A. Wright; a step-daughter, Lynn Gardner; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be held Wednesday morning, at 10:00 am, in the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 331 Smith Street, Providence. Visiting hours Tuesday, 5 8 pm. After cremation, burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. For on-line condolences, visit boyleandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on May 12, 2014.

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dottie wright-levesque

May 13, 2014

cousin, rest in peace and say hi to your mom and dad for me. I remember all the fun we had when my dad came to your house to play cards... thoughts and prayers to your family

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Jeanne pannozzi

May 12, 2014

Sorry for your loss Lenore,Tom and Robert

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