Name: Visitation for Stephen D. Wright
Start: 2016-11-19T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-11-20T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home & Rosewood Memorial Park

Stephen D. Wright

Virginia Beach - Stephen Douglas Wright, 62, passed away suddenly at his home in Virginia Beach. Steve was born in Middlesex in Suffolk, England. He was a Vietnam Veteran in the Air Force where he was an Electronics Mechanic. He later retired as a Computer Network Engineer from Northrop Grumman. Full of life and vitality he loved shooting guns, working on his 1977 Corvette, his dog Coco and most of all spending time with his family and especially his beloved wife, Laura at their beach house he called, "The Hooch". Survivors are his wife, Laura; father, Howard Wright and his wife, Arlene Wright; sons, Justin and Jason; daughter, Mandy; brothers, Robert and Douglas; niece, Melissa and many friends.

A visitation will be from 5-7pm, Saturday at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home. A funeral service will be conducted at 1pm, Sunday at the funeral home where US Air Force honors will be rendered. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.kellumfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 19, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Wright

Sponsored by John Sullivan.

13 Entries

John Sullivan

June 6, 2017

P.S. Dear Laura, Please consider visiting here anytime. Also please let your Sons know that they are welcome here, I can take them fishing, hunting, and Metal Detecting. The Lakes, Rivers, and Forests here are nothing less than beautiful, and you can see Mount Washington from my living room windows. With Love and Sincerity, John Sullivan

John Jirik

December 7, 2016

Dear Ms. Wright, I was only two days ago that I became aware of Steve's passing. I first met Steve when he was working for Clark Converse and Sterling Enterprises in Bldg 135 and when I started working there in 1998. I will truly miss Steve, as we often crossed paths in the Suffolk Joint Staff Complex parking lot and in the test bays. We shared many a laugh, and many hours of exercise support shift work. I will truly miss Steve. You and your family have my sincere condolences and sympathy. Respectfully yours, John R Jirik

John Sullivan

December 7, 2016

Words fail to describe the Love I had and have for Steve. I had always hoped we might have gotten together someday to Metal Detect again. I will never forget the time we had found an Antique Desk abandoned in an Old House on the Eastern Shore. We were driving back with it tied to your Boat, and we were FINALLY going to show you and Donna that Metal Detecting was more than finding Junk... Alas, but a huge semi-truck went by us about 90mph and blew the desk right out of the back of the Boat we were towing over the Chesapeake Bridge. I was driving, and I recall Steve looking out the Back Window of the Cab saying, "It's gone John! It's gone! We then both began laughing and were glad that the desk hadn't crashed into the car behind us, but was thrown right over the Bridge. If Jason/Justin ever want to go Metal Detecting/Fishing they are ALWAYS welcome here. I have a huge house to put one or both up, a nice boat, and 3 Metal Detectors, and go Ghost Town Hunting; as well as old Colonial Cellar Holes in the deep woods. My address is: 478 Hillside Ave. #2 Berlin, NH 03570
Love to you all at this and all times.

John Boy

Claudia Johnson

November 29, 2016

Dear Laura, I am so sorry to hear about Steve. Robert and I valued his friendship greatly. I tried to contact Steve and let him know that Robert had passed away this May. Steve and Robert were always laughing together. Well, I guess they are together laughing again. Go with God My Friend. I miss you!

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Connie Wiseman

November 23, 2016

Laura,
I was sorry to hear about your loss. You have my sympathy and prayers during this difficult time.

John McNulty

November 23, 2016

We shared a brotherhood during a critical time for young men. Began exploring the realms of adulthood together, and stood together against all comers, with friendship as our strenght. Shared uncountable adventures and fun, where you were always quick to laugh. Your laughter was always deep and sincere, calling the rest of us to join in. After many years of travelling different roads, we were reunited, and the laughter returned. It is sad to have lost you so early, but I presume you are now reunited with Robert and Bob, who also left early, and would have welcomed you through the eternal gates. Rest easy my friend, until we meet again.

Paul Atkinson

November 20, 2016

Thank you Steve for letting me know you the short time I did. You were always a brightener to me with your sense of humor.
I would not have changed a thing, and grateful we met. R.I.P. I will miss you....

Joe & Laurie Myers

November 19, 2016

We are so sad to hear about Steve's death. We know he loved his family and was so excited about his beach condo. He was quick to pitch in to make our community better for everyone. We will always remember seeing him out walking Coco and enjoying the nice ocean breezes.Though his time was too short, we're glad he was able to experience his dream of life at the beach with Laura. We hope that remembering the many special times you shared with Steve and knowing that others care, brings some comfort to you and your family.

Neighbors, #301 Oceans II

Pat "goober" Vann

November 19, 2016

I read my message and Jason & Justin's names were incorrect. I tried to retrieve message to edit it, to no avail. I've heard your Mom talk of you young men for at least 12 years, at work & I definitely know your names are Jason & Justin. Sorry for the mistake in my previous message. It was probably me but I'd rather blame autocorrect.

Pat Vann

November 19, 2016

Sending my love and condolences to Laura, Josh & Jason Wright at this very sad time in their life. I know Steve was a very intelligent, loving husband & father and the couple times we talked at Christmas parties, he was a funny and very easy going young man. I was very shocked when I heard of this & immediately started sobbing for you Laura & the boys for having to go on without him. My deepest sympathies for you all. With love, Pat Vann

Sandra Goodnow

November 18, 2016

Stephen could always make you laugh or put a smile on your face. He was, as his son Justin said,"full of life!" Life will not be as bright without him. He will be missed. Laura, Jason, Justin our sincere condolences. He will always be in your heart , as long as you keep your memories there. Troy, Sandy, Kenny, Jenny, Kevin and Michael.

Earl Davis

November 18, 2016

I'm shocked. Just found out this morning from a co-worker. Steve will be greatly missed. I worked with him at Ft Monroe and Suffolk and enjoyed his sense of humor.

Clarke Converse

November 17, 2016

Steve was a friend and workmate. His professionalism along with his keen sense of humor made it a joy to work with him. I will sorely miss him.

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