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Christopher Wright Obituary
Christopher Adam "Chris" Wright, 31, the world's biggest Boston Bruins hockey fan, passed away Monday, February 1, 2016. Chris was a proud veteran of the US Navy and an employee of All Tech Security where he loved his job as a sales engineer. An avid guitar player, Chris was a very loving, caring father and husband who lived life to its fullest. He is survived by his wife, Trisha Bettis Wright, children, Brailyn Wright, Kamdyn Wright and Brixton Wright, father and step-mother, Mark and Sharon Wright, mother, Judith Wright, brothers, Sean Burlingame (Beckie), Adam Burlingame (Crystal), paternal grandfather, Gilbert Wright, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Mary Bettis. SERVICES: A memorial service will be held 2p.m. Saturday in the Chapel of McLaurin Funeral Home and at a later date in Hoosick Falls, NY. The family will receive friends following the service on Saturday. Online condolences may be made to the Wright family at : www.mclaurinatpinecrest.com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 28146 Raleigh, NC 27611 Arrangements are with McLaurin Funeral Home, Clayton, N. Carolina.
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March 11, 2016
Mark,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Kossmann
The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
March 5, 2016
Dear parents of Chris,
It is with a heavy heart that we send this message to you. Sadly, we have learned about the passing of your beloved son. There are simply no words that can adequately express what it is to suffer the loss of a beloved child. We are bereaved parents who have suffered this devastating loss also, and want to reach out to you in behalf of our group: The Compassionate Friends of Wake County, a non-profit and non-denominational support group that consists solely of parents who have lost children of all ages. We are part of the worldwide organization The Compassionate Friends which can be accessed at www.compassionatefriends.org. Our website is on the latter which you can get to by clicking on Chapter Locator and then going to NC. Our group meets twice a month in Raleigh. If you have any questions, please call our message line 919-833-4022. There is always a bereaved parent on call who will get back to you in one to three days. We are so sorry for your loss and please know that you and your precious child are in our thoughts and prayers.
With caring and concern,
The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your son.
Sincerely, Mara Lewis (Mom of Kenny who passed March 25, 2000)
I reach out to newly bereaved parents in behalf of The Compassionate Friends of Wake County
February 10, 2016
Mark, I was so sorry to hear of this sad, sad news. My heart just goes out to you and your whole family. I pray that you will some day find some sort of understanding, some sort of peace of this. You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.
Carrie Garippa
Laura Mastrangelo
February 10, 2016
Dear Mark and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful son, Chris. I know that he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Laura Mastrangelo
HVCC
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February 9, 2016
Mark and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Campbell
Roberta Breese
February 8, 2016
Mark Grandpa GIL & All the Wright family.at this time words are not enough for such a tragic in your life. My heart is broken for you Mark and all your family.I know what it is to lose a son and it is not easy.May God be a comfort in the days & month to follow. May Chris rest in peace. Our thoughts & Prayers will always be with you.
Much love & Blessings:
Roberta & Bob
Nora Buck
February 8, 2016
Dear Mark, Sharon, and family - I am just so shocked and saddened by this news. I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful young man. My heart goes out to all of you. Love, Nora
Susan & Stan Urbon
February 7, 2016
Mark, I was so shocked to hear this news....thoughts and prayers to your family and the Bettis family.
Robert Ogert
February 6, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My heart-felt sympathy to everyone for a life cut way to short for such a loving, caring and wonderful human being. The earth and heavens mourn for eternity. God Bless all of your family.
Mike &Wendy Willoughby
February 6, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to your family
charle carroll
February 6, 2016
Trisha and your family, judy our hearts and prayers are with you always
Sharon and Mike Russo
February 6, 2016
"Our deepest sympathy to the Wright and Bettis families. Our prayers for strength and peace are with you all."
Joe and Gayle Magisano
February 6, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Wright and Bettis families ~ the tragic, sudden loss leaves one numb ~ we send prayers for you all during this difficult time and the year of "firsts" without such a huge part of your lives. May God, through His grace, give you peace and strength.
Sandi Wheeler Tom DeMeo
February 6, 2016
Our sincere sympathy to the Wright and Bettis families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. Will pray for you all.
Katherine Tracy
February 5, 2016
Mark & Family
So sorry to hear about your Loving son. May Peace be with you. Faith. Hope. & Love Always.
Curtis Smith
February 5, 2016
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Crystal Wiseman
February 5, 2016
Trisha, Brailyn, Kamdyn & family we are so sorry for your loss & our hearts are broken for you. We will continuously pray for peace & love for all of you.
Marcia and Bill Rogers
February 5, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chris's family during this time of loss and sorrow. Please know our hearts are heavy with sadness.
Shelly & Alan Bornt
February 5, 2016
Our sincere condolences for the Wright and Bettis families. Please know you do not grieve alone.
Mary Ellen Kinney
February 5, 2016
Mark and family- I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Dawn Clark
February 5, 2016
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Wright family at this time of great loss.
Jack Hawks
February 5, 2016
Thank you for you "SERVICE SIR"
Diane & Bob Zwick
February 4, 2016
With our deepest sympathy to all of the family we are thinking of you during this very sad time
Diane & Bob
Karin/John Kulas
February 4, 2016
Mark, Sharon and the entire Wright Family, Words can't express the sorrow to read that another young angel has earned his wings.So very sad. Our thoughts and prayers are sent out to you.
Donald Goodman
February 4, 2016
Dear Mark, Trisha, Brailyn, Kamdyn and Brixton: May God comfort and abide with you during this time of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Chris will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Love, Donald and Gary Goodman
Carolyn Hobgood
February 4, 2016
Trisha and girls, I'm so very sorry this has happened to your family. I will be praying for all of you. I'll be by to help as you need it. Praying for God's comfort as you adjust to this new life style all of you have. Carolyn Hobgood, PE and swimming teacher for Brailyn
February 4, 2016
Dear Trisha,
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Ellie Danforth
February 4, 2016
Dear Trisha and the Wright family, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family!
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family in this trying time.
Mike Mehalic and the Accu-Tech family.
Bonnie Ware - Butler
February 4, 2016
Dear Mark, Judy and Family. I am so sorry to see of your loss of Chris. I remember him as a sweet toddler and am thankful for every kiss I placed on his cheek. Thinking of you all.
Art & Sandy Hyde
February 4, 2016
Dear Trisha, Brai, Kam and Brixton,
There are just no words to express the pain we feel in our hearts. Please just know that our thoughts are with you all and we are sending you love and hugs from over the miles. Love you so much, Uncle Art and Aunt Sandy
Sue & Mike Herring
February 4, 2016
Dear Mary,Joe,Trisha and Family, We were so very sorry to hear of Chris's passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Mary Ann Hanselman
February 3, 2016
My heart brakes for your family, my deepest sympathy.
Aunt Michele,Uncle Jim, Dalton &Devin
February 3, 2016
Dear Trisha Brai and Cami, We cannot express how sorry we are. We love you and are sending hugs and prayers
Kathy Sheffer
February 3, 2016
Trisha, the Sheffers all love you and and hurt for you. There are no words to say to help you and your girls. Be strong and hold them tight. We are a phone call away.
Tammy Brown
February 3, 2016
Words cannot express the sorrow Dave and I feel for you and your entire family. I pray that the lord will put his guiding hand upon you and help you to get through this very sad time. If you need anything at all we are here to help.
Darita McAllister
February 3, 2016
My condolences to you & the girls. May God give you peace during this time of need!!!
Susan Pittman
February 3, 2016
Trisha,
You are in my thoughts and prayers that God will give you what you need as you need it. My heart aches for you as there really are no words that can give you comfort right now but down the road God will give you the peace and comfort to see you through. Love, Susan Pittman
Flo Blevins
February 3, 2016
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Author Unknown
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