Daniel Joseph Wright

1964 - 2023

Daniel Joseph Wright
February 8, 1964 - January 21, 2023
The Dalles, Oregon - Daniel Joseph Wright
February 8th, 1964-January 21, 2023
Daniel "Dan" Wright passed away at his home surrounded by his wife Angela Wright and family. He was born in Boise Idaho to Thomas Todd Wright and Sandra Jean (Turnipseed) on February 8th 1964. He grew up in Boise with his two siblings Curt Wright and Corey (Wright) Whipps and attended Franklin Elementary and then went on to Capital High School.He developed many life long friends and many wonderful memories. They often refer to him as Danny.
He Graduated in 1982 and went on to attend college which he followed that with a job in laying wallpaper, he eventually found a life long career as an electrician. He worked for Romar Electric in Boise Idaho until he made the decision to start his own company Contact Electric. He was well known in the industry and served residents and businesses well throughout the Treasure Valley.
He resided for many years in Nampa, Idaho and enjoyed riding horses, which he shared that passion with his daughter Haylie. He also volunteered and helped with High School Rodeo. His Hobbies also include bird hunting, camping, gardening, fishing and boating. Angela and Dan enjoyed traveling together and took many trips together local and far such as Greece, Costa Rica and one of their favorite places the San Juan Islands.
In 2019, Dan changed directions in his career with an opportunity to use all he had gained in a more managerial position at Whiting and Turner which landed him in The Dalles Oregon to work on a large construction project. In 2021 he was hired on at JE Dunn from Kansas City working in Hillsboro, Oregon and he quickly became an integral part of the team and project and an important person at JE Dunn.He was not only the point man to go to when they needed an answer, he also showed his coworkers his appreciation for their efforts and contribution.
Dan had an infectious smile, laugh and dazzling blue eyes. He made many friends, and was always there when someone needed him. Bold and forthright you knew where Daniel Wright stood. He was a real friend and you were a lucky person if you knew him.
Dan will be missed by all who loved him. He is survived by his wife and best friend Angela, hIs children Haylie Wright from Fort Worth Texas and Cody Melby from Washington State. His mother Sandra Jean (Turnipseed) Wright from Eagle Idaho, his father Preceded in death Thomas Todd Wright and sister Corey (Wright) Whipps from Eagle Idaho and Brother Curt Wright from Montana, Sue Kohls from Boise, Idaho, Vicki (Turnipseed )Russell and Uncle Tim Russell from Cottonwood Idaho and Sister In-law Vivian Wright and many nieces, nephews, step children and step grandkids who all loved him and last but not least his hunting dog and pal Cisco his one year old Llewellin Setter.
We invite you to share a story to commemorate this wonderful man Daniel Wright. His Celebration of life will be held on March 4th at Riverside Hotel 5 p.m.