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Martin Wright Obituary
Martin was preceded in death by father, William Martin Wright, and grandmother, Minnie Feisthamel.
He is survived by wife, Najia; mother, Anna Mae Wright; sister and brother-in-law, Janet and Richard Meisinger; brother and sister-in-law, Bud and Susie Reinke; father and mother-in-law, Mohammed and Saadia Benaichour; nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, June 25, at Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home, 5701 Center St., Omaha. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 24, with family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home.
Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Omaha.
Memorials suggested to Habitat For Humanity, 2204 Ames Ave., Omaha, NE 68110.
Memories and Condolences
for Martin Wright
Sponsored by Mt. Ellis Class of '86.
Heidi Hutchins Wagner
June 21, 2017
My thoughts are on Martin this morning! He made such a postitive impact on me at school! He was kind and cared for others. And what a good sense of humor. When I think of Martin, he is always smiling or laughing. I know there are many of us at MEA who will always remember Martin with love.
Leslee Boodry
June 21, 2016
Looking forward to the day when we will one day be reunited with friends and family. Miss you, big guy.
Leslee Boodry
August 20, 2013
Thinking of you once again, my friend, and how deeply you are missed.
Leslee Boodry
July 16, 2008
Still hard to believe he's gone.
But NEVER forgotten.
We'll meet again, friend, in a better place.
Orlando 2005
May 2, 2008
Ted Greene
October 15, 2007
My deepest, deepest condolences. I just learned of Martin's death today. I just needed to express my heart felt sympathy. I respect Martin so much even through my trials he was always a friend.
Colleen Silvey
August 24, 2007
It is with profound sadness that I learned of Martin's death. I met him in passing and from that one chance conversation, knew he was a decent, good human being. My sympathies go out to his family and close friends who have suffered a terrible loss
Toni Sykora
July 9, 2007
To the Wright Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss. Martin was truly the most dynamic person I've ever met. I've never seen so much diversity in one person. The strength of his character is a testatment both to those who shaped the person he became as well those he chose to give his love to and share his life with. Please let me know if there's ever anything I can do for you.
Chad Carlisle
July 3, 2007
To Martin's family -
I met Martin through business and he has been a customer of mine for the last 3 years. I have had hundreds of customers in my time at JBoss, but only a few that I would consider friends. I always considered Martin a friend. I will remember him for his intelligence, drive, humour, and his abilty to always have fun. Martin, it was truly a pleasure knowing you. To the family, my prayers are with you.
Respectfully,
Neal Ruskin
July 2, 2007
To Marin's Family and Friends,
I had the fortune to work closely with Martin for about 4 years. In that time he earned not only my respect, my trust, but also my admiration for his depth, intelligence, humor, and presence. There is little one can do to ease the pain of such a sudden loss, and we must all find our own individual way to acceptance. Along that journey, please let your experience of Martin enrich your days. I know I will.
MICHAEL WUTZKE
July 2, 2007
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU IN THESE DIFFICULT TIMES, THE WOLRD IS A LITTLE LESS BRIGHT WITHOUT MARTIN IN IT , I KNEW MARTIN FOR ONLY A FEW SHORT YEARS, BUT HE LEFT A LIFE TIME OF FUN MEMORIES
John Bobek
July 2, 2007
Dear Martin Family, I didn't know Martin very long but I was very impressed with his personality his values, his friendliness and his generosity. He and you are in my prayers!
Scott Farris
June 28, 2007
Najia and Anna Mae,
I want to express my sincere condolences for the loss of your husband and son. I had the opportunity to meet Martin early in his Ameritrade career and we worked closely together over an 18 month period and remained friends throughout the years. As someone at the memorial said, Martin had a unique ability to relate to all different types of people. I observed this many times over the years and I believe this quality genuinely made him stand out from the crowd. Martin will always remain in my memories as he taught me not only a lot about technology but also about how a person should approach life and have a zest for it.
Suzi Tasker (Grindley)
June 28, 2007
To Martins family, many years have passed since I saw Martin. We attended Mt. Ellis together and I will always remember his vibrance. My prayers for peace are with your family.
Steve and Jan Schaak
June 27, 2007
Anna Mea and Najia,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time in your lives. May the Good Lord send His spirit of peace and understanding to comfort you now and forever
Ira Hughey
June 26, 2007
Martin had so much to give and he gave so freely. He will be missed by all. He will not be forgotten.
With love and sympathy,
Ira and Christine
Tammy (Nystrom) Rasmussen
June 26, 2007
My thoughts are prayers are with the family at this time of grief. I went to school with Martin at Mt. Ellis, Martin was a special guy and did have an impact on those around him. May your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Tracy Haman (Nystrom)
June 26, 2007
No words can help heal the pain that you must be feeling at this time. Martin was a very special person and even when one had not seen him in a long time you felt like time has not passed when you saw him again. I went to Mt. Ellis with Martin and have a lot of great memories. May God give you the strength to make it through each day and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Natasha Feisthamel
June 26, 2007
Najia and Anna Mae,
I am so sorry for the loss that has cut us all so deeply. I am fortunate to say that I was a part of his family and know that Grandma will take great care of him now. We have all been able to see his great accomplishments and the impact he made on everyone's lives. Martin was a very special person and there is no way that anyone will forget him.
Najia - Never forget the memories that you shared and know the tremedous amount of love that Martin has for you. These times are tough but he is always with you. Bless you and I pray for you in these times.
Natasha
Lisa Darling
June 25, 2007
Najia- My heart breaks for you. Martin will never ever be forgotten. He has made more of an impact on people in thirty eight years than some people do in one hundred years. He was very special to our family. Todd and Martin will always be best friends. Should you ever need anything please ask. We will hold you up in our prayers for the months to come. Love Always, Lisa Darling(Todd Shermans daughter)
Sheila LaChepelle-Dockter
June 25, 2007
Najia and Anna Mae;
My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you. Martin was a wonderful person. I knew him from Mt Ellis and I enjoyed seeing and getting to know him again at our reunion. I have wonderful and fun memories of him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed life. I will always remember his smile and his confident ways. Thank-you Najia for blessing him with your love.
Laurie Morrison
June 25, 2007
Najia,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laurie
Tim and Janet Hill
June 25, 2007
Najia and Wright Family,
Our deepest condolences to you on the loss of Martin. He is an outstanding individual who will be deeply missed. Martin left us too soon, but the memories he created will be with us for ever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Najia, and family. I only hope the love of family and friends sustains you in this time of grief.
Maureen Shugart
June 25, 2007
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. I worked with Martin on several projects here at TD Ameritrade and I sat next to him here in the office. We often talked about Montana where my family has a cabin. He will be sadly missed here in the office, and you are all in our prayers at this difficult time.
Dave Powell
June 25, 2007
Najia & Anna Mae;
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with both of you at this time of sorrow.
Martin was a great inspiration to so many people. He was one who everyone respected; a giving man, incredibly gifted in many ways, and was the best mentor I could have ever had from a work perspective. I know he touched the lives of everyone he came in contact with, and we are all better and smarter people because of thim.
He will never be forgotten.
Mike Hodges
June 25, 2007
Naija,
I only knew Martin for a short time but he was an engaging person who everyone admired. His kindness and warmth will truly be missed by everyone.
Scott Neumyer
June 25, 2007
Najia and Ann Mae,
My prayers are with you during this most difficult of times.
During the 7 years that I worked with Martin, I grew to consider him to be more than just a colleague, he became my friend.
Martin was a very kind, generous, resourceful, knowledgeable, witty, and charismatic person, with a brilliant mind and a huge heart. He was a positive influence on many of us, and we miss him very much.
Brenda Weber-Whitson
June 25, 2007
Wright Family,
My deepest sympathy. Martin was a school mate of mine in Montana, and though I haven't seen him in a long time he's someone you never forget. He had a humor about him you just don't find in many. God Bless.
Sarah Shurter
June 25, 2007
Najia & Family,
I don't have the words to describe how sadden I am about the loss of Martin. I'll never forget his out going character and how much fun he was. My heart goes out to you Najia. Now is the time to lean on your friends and family. We'll be strong for you.
Loretta Cline
June 25, 2007
Najia & Anna Mae
My thoughts & prayer are with you at this difficult time. Martin was a special friend to me, I'll always remember his smiling face & positive attitude. Najia, I only met you once when you were in Montana, but I'm sure you made Martin very happy.
Martin, you are a wonderful person, God be with you!
Nancy McCarty
June 25, 2007
Najia-
My thoughts are with you and your family during this time. Please know your friends and colleagues are here for you.
Staci Mensen
June 25, 2007
Najia -
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Staci and Jason
Sheri Mitchell
June 25, 2007
Najia
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take care of yourself.
Sheri & Lance Mitchell Heck
Jennifer Givens
June 25, 2007
Najia,
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Please let me know if there is anything you need. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jennifer and Tony
Jeff Ryan
June 24, 2007
Najia,
Martin was a light in many of our lives, his influence will continue to be felt for many years to come.
Martin brought a unique energy to all of us who came in contact with him. He had a way with words, that few others could match. His generocity was deep, and he would do anything for his friends, and did so often.
All of us will miss him deeply.
Gene Weigel
June 24, 2007
Condolences for your loss. He will be remembered with good memories by me and my friends.
Mary Cousin
June 24, 2007
Najia,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Richard Franks
June 24, 2007
To all of Martin's family and friends-
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. Martin was a fine gentleman and his loss will be felt far and wide. Peace be with you all in this difficult time.
Eric Nelson Shook
June 24, 2007
Najia and Family,
May the burden of your loss be lifted by the graceful memory of Martin's excellence and goodness.
John Seibel
June 24, 2007
Dear Wright Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I've gotten to know Martin a bit over the last few years while attending a gaming convention in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Even though I've only known him for a short time, I will miss him deeply. He was a great man and very kind hearted. My prayers are with you. God Bless!
God Speed, Martin! Gonna miss ya, Big Guy!
John Seibel
Milwaukee, WI
Gary & Gail Gygax
June 24, 2007
Although we had met Martin only a few times, we found him a fine fellow and were pleased to have him as a guest at our house. He will be greatly missed not only by us, but by many in the gaming community.
God bless his soul.
Mary Kay Keating
June 24, 2007
Najia,- My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Kay Keating
Paula Thomas
June 24, 2007
Najia,
It was just over a week ago we all sat around the table at the department luncheon, chatting and laughing together.
Please know that your grief is shared. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Warmest regards,
Paula
Dennis Steffensmeier
June 24, 2007
Najia and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Martin was a very genuine person who cared about everybody. He will be greatly missed. Najia if you ever need anybody to talk to don't ever hesitate to give me a call. I can't even imagine how you are feeling. Please take care.
Dennis Steffensmeier
402-319-5186
Sonia Sansonetti
June 24, 2007
Martin was one-of-a-kind. He had a great sense of humor, always joking and laughing. He loved his Lord and encouraged others to do the same. He will be missed.
Michael Prissovsky
June 24, 2007
Dear Najia and Family,
I consider myself very fortunate to have know Martin. He was an inspiring individual; uncompromising in his ideals, generosity and humanity, he frequently, thru action, reminded me of how much room there is for so many of us improve ourselves. I will miss him, but he and his conributions to life will be remembered fondly.
My wife and I have you and your family in our prayers as we reflect on your loss. Please think of us if there is anything we can do to help you and your family.
Sincerely,
Michael & Beth
Leslee Boodry
June 24, 2007
Dear Najia and Anna Mae,
Najia, I am so sorry that we never had a chance to meet. Martin and I were classmates at Mount Ellis. Most of my high school memories have Martin in them. I am so glad I got to see him a year ago at our class reunion. It was great to see what a solid and stable person he had grown to be. He talked about you often at the reunion and we were all looking forward to an opportunity to meet you. Martin had a wonderful sense of humor that I'm sure many people will miss. I know that even way out here in Montana the world seems a little dimmer now.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Leslee Boodry
Allan Grohe
June 24, 2007
To Najia, her family, and Martin's family---
My heartfelt prayers are with you today, and please accept my deepest condolences over the loss of Martin. He was a kind, energetic, and generous man who made the world a brighter place for all the people around him. He will be missed and remembered fondly.
Lori Stevens
June 24, 2007
Najia,
Jim and I are praying for you. I wish i had the perfect words to help you through this. Just know that you are never alone.
Bonnie Cram
June 23, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Robert Kuntz
June 23, 2007
Naja & Family,
My sincerest condolences for your loss.
Martin was a good soul and will be missed dearly.
Rob Kuntz
Terri & Dave Wolf
June 23, 2007
Dear Najia and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are praying for you daily. My God bless you in this time of need.
Paul Stormberg
June 23, 2007
Martin was a rock for many people. He was always there when you needed him and would do anything for a friend. He was my best friend and we talked almost every day, most of the time just to talk. My children called him Uncle Martin and now I know why. He was like a brother to me and I will miss him every day.
Our heart goes out to Najia and her family and to Martin's mother and her family. I can only hope that my family can serve as a rock to help them make it through this difficult time. That is what Martin would have done.
Betty Fleming
June 23, 2007
Najia:
I am sorry to hear of you and your family's loss. God bless all of you.
Erin Moyer
June 23, 2007
Najia and Family,
Mike and I are so deeply saddened
by the loss of Martin, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers right now and we will be here for you!
Love,
Mike,Erin, Maggie and Casey
William Ogden
June 23, 2007
Najia,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and please call me anytime if you need anything at all.
Sincerely,
William Ogden
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