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David A. Wright Sr., an 88-year-old Stratford resident and devoted husband of 66 years to Josephine Wright, passed away Oct. 17. He was born Jan. 19, 1935, in Waterbury, CT. He was the son of the late Lawrence and Minnie Weimann Wright.
A graduate of Ansonia High School, class of 1952, David taught in the Ansonia Public School System and attended Yale University and S.C.S.U. He graduated with a master's degree from U.N.H. He was a former member of Christ Episcopal Church in Ansonia.
In addition to his wife, he leaves three sons David of New Haven, Brian (Therese) of Savannah, Georgia, and Christopher (Jackie) of Milford, 2 daughters, Susan Rooney (Chris) of Stratford and Leslie Frost (Jeff) of Malibu, CA, thirteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his grandson Quinn Rooney and his brother Lawrence.
Friends may call on Sunday, Oct. 22nd from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with prayer services beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Jenkins King & Malerba Funeral Home, 12 Franklin St., Ansonia. Donations in his memory may be made to The Mighty Quinn Foundation or to Amity Pop Warner.
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Tom Clifford
November 19, 2023
Hard to imagine someone as impactful as Coach Wright. The essence of leadership, he excelled in every endeavor. Education, enterprise, athletics and humanity.
I had shared with him, not long ago, the memory from a football game as relayed by my father. Dave's catch of a PAT defeating unbeaten Hillhouse (1950) @ Nolan Field. A stunning upset by a then winless AHS eleven.
Self effacing, Dave said one thing is certain in the Valley, memories and myths linger. #81.
We will miss the friendship of a seminal role model.
George Roberge
October 24, 2023
Dear josephine and family,
I just read about this radegedy. My best lifelong friend, pal, and man with the highest values and qualities I could have ever shared sits with God, and has set a standard of how to live life as God wished to.
Thanks Dave.....you were the one friend in my life i always looked up to.
God will welcome home, with open arms.
Thanks for all you meant to me, and all those you touched during time here.
George
Janet Wells
October 23, 2023
My dad, Bill Weimann, always spoke fondly of David. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Karin Mari
October 23, 2023
Josephine, I am Bill Weimann´s daughter Karin. I remember both of you during a family reunion even though I was quite young. It was an enjoyable event. May David rest in peace and my family sends their sincere condolences
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Joanne Surato
October 19, 2023
Sorry to hear about Dave´s passing . Jo you might not remember me I visited you and Dave at the cape year´s ago you and him were so nice I always remembered the good times we had.I was with Joe Carasone at that time.sorry for your loss
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Jim Uberti
October 19, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We were elementary school classmates and I followed Dave's athletic career with interest. We Were also FB friends and shared the same philosophy. He was a man to be admired. A good father, husband and friend. RIP Dave.
Felix DellaRocco
October 19, 2023
We all loved you coach. Our love to your wonderful wife and family from the class of 1959. Our prayers are with you. Felix and Lynda DellaRocco.
Tommy Coassin
October 18, 2023
Me and my son Nick Coassin have fond memories of Mr. Wright. He was a pleasure to know.
Jackie Davis
October 18, 2023
Rest in peace Uncle Dave. We always enjoyed you and your family. God bless Aunt Jo through this time.
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