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paul Burt
December 22, 2024
Billy as we called him both lived on Frazier St. and attended M.B.S grade school. We both went to West Catholic and he and I both took our lady friends to the prom. I have a picture somewhere of his mother tying his tie at there home preparing for the prom .Paul Burt
paul Burt
December 22, 2023
Billy or Rev Wright went to our senior prom from West Catholic together with our girl friends. I think I have a picture taken at his parents home with someone adjusting his tie
Mary Ann Hammer
January 22, 2009
I was saddened this evening when I learned of the death of Father Wright. I first met him and Fr. Joe Blanchfield in 1978 on a trip to the Holy Land sponsored by Immaculata. On that trip, Father spoke so lovingly of his sister, Anne. I recall several of us going with him to a Church honoring St. Anne so he could offer special prayers for his sister.
My husband and I extend our deepest sympathy to Father's family and to the parishioners he loved.
May he rest in peace.
Elizabeth Kane & Father Wright
January 8, 2009
Father Wright - 2005
January 6, 2009
paul burt
January 5, 2009
I will truly miss Father Wright.You see back in the 40's and 50's he was"Billy Wright"to me. We both grew up on Frazier St. in Philly,went to grade and high school together and even shared a ride to our senior prom. Young Billy had polio as a child and wore braces on his legs, yet he was cheerful all the while, he was loved by all who knew Him,and when I heard that He had entered the Priesthood I was not surprised. My 96 yr. old Mother informed Me recently that Fr. Wright was being prayed for in Church, and how She always loved Him..God bless you "Billy" our loss is Gods gain .
MaryJane Carney Pitts
January 4, 2009
I grew up in St. Bernadette's but left before Fr. Wright arrived. During our frequent visits back home we were fortunate to become friends through my parents. He was there during the passing of both my parents, and a tremendous support. I will continue the 3 Hail Mary's he always requested. May he now look down upon us and pray for us. He will truly be missed by many. What a tremendous gift to celebrate Jesus birth in heaven. God bless!
John Ryan
January 1, 2009
Fr. Bill was truly a Holy Man. He never forgot his roots in southwest philly. Much good has come from this neighborhood and this man. He doesn't need our prayers anymore we need his.
Jack and Mary Finley
December 31, 2008
We were so pleased to hear Fr. Bill made it to his beloved Roseanne's wedding! And now, he has gone Home to God for Christmas.
Our deepest sympathy to his sister Anne and her family and to his cousin and friend Dan McFadden.
Jack and Mary Finley
Stephen Kane
December 30, 2008
How blessed St Bernadette’s Parish was to have Father Wright as their pastor. I pulled out a letter he wrote to my son dated 12/29/2002, accepting his request to be an altar server, it will be a cherished keepsake. I remember how he welcomed us into the parish by giving us a statue of St Bernadette and how he took the time to talk to my mother-in-law on my son’s first communion. He had a deep passion for people and their spiritual well-being. My family has been genuinely inspired by his sermons, sense of humor and particularly his faith. Our prayers will be with his family and parishioners of St Bernadette's.
The Kane Family
Stephen Sr., Annette, Stephen Jr., Corinne, Elizabeth, Vincent and Thomas
Ellen Kolodziej Barr
December 29, 2008
Father Wright was one of the best priests I have ever known. My brother, Father Jack Kolodziej, used to say mass at St. Bernadette's. One day, my mom and dad came to hear his mass, and Father Wright had them stand up and he introduced them to the whole congregation. Everyone clapped for them and it's a memory my mom and dad always treasured. We lost my mom this past Easter Sunday, and Father Wright was genuinely moved. The other story happened right after I moved to Havertown. Father Wright saw me reporting on Channel 10 and said to me that he told everyone one of his parishioners was on "CNN." I said thank you for giving me a huge raise! He was always so kind and genuinely interested in your life. He was a dear, sweet, devout man, already missed by so many.
Elizabeth Chesnes
December 29, 2008
To the Wright Family - Please know that Rev. Wright will be deeply missed. May our Heavenly Father grant you peace during this sad time. God Bless
Totsy, Alan, Matthew and Megan Pearlman
December 29, 2008
Father Wright was an absolute original. Dear, kind, witty and fierce defender of his faith. He always had a story to share, whatever the occasion. He leaves behind a great void. The celebration of the last rites he performed for my mother Marie McLaughlin in June brought us great comfort knowing we were passing her gently into the hands of her savior. He will be forever missed and held close to our hearts. May he rest in peace.
Michael Larthey
December 29, 2008
Father Wright now joins the great legend and founder of St Bernadette Msgr Joesph O'brien in Heaven
Fr John Kelly has really big shoes
thanks Fr for your long frienshio with the Oblate of North Catholic and having them
betty molloy
December 29, 2008
Such a wonderful priest son of God I lost my priest brother 3 years ago and know how difficult this is for your family and for the parish. God grant him peace and joy! betty molloy
James Clark
December 29, 2008
Dear Ann, I am so sorry to hear of your Brother Bill's passing on Christmas Eve. I am also sorry to learn that your Husband Jim has also passed. They will both be in my Prayers.
Nancy Louise Ideo
December 29, 2008
My family were blessed to know Father Wright. He married me and my husband in 1985, gave my daughters their First Holy Communion, was there with the Bishop when my girls were Confirmed and gave my Dad his last rites and performed his funeral mass. He will be dearly missed. I wish him peace and happiness with Our Lord.
Donna Hilferty Hillyer
December 29, 2008
Fr. Wright,
You will truly be missed by the people of St. Bernadette parish. We will always remember your kind, caring, and compassionate ways. How very blessed we have been to have you as our pastor. We love you very much and will miss you dearly. God bless you, always.
Love,
Donna Hilferty Hillyer & Family
Celestine Silverman
December 29, 2008
I was blessed to have met Father Wright 24 years ago while doing Pre Cana at St. Bernadette's. He baptized my children, and he baptized and confirmed my husband, Bill. When my husband passed away on Christmas Eve 10 years ago, Fr. Wright helped me and my children understand the joy in "going home" on such a special day. I now share his joy in "going home for Christmas." Love and Prayers to his family.
Denise Kobylarz
December 29, 2008
Fr. Wright touched me and changed my life dramatically. His unselfish "gift" to me, helped me get everything straightened out. I will miss him, as will all those so blessed to know him. Rest in Peace!
Jim Lotka
December 29, 2008
I have fond memories of a great priest at Saint Bernadette. God bless Father Wright.
Mary Pat Bradley
December 28, 2008
Fr. Bill Wright touched my family so long ago when he lived at St. Gabriel's in Norwood. I remember his wonderful smile and infectious laugh. We missed him when he 'moved a few parishes over' to Drexel Hill. He is fondly remembered and will be sorely missed! Through the sorrow of his passing..OH THE JOY to know that you went 'home' for Christmas! Rest in Peace!
The Black-Bradley Family.
Ginny O'Regan Collins
December 28, 2008
I grew up in MBS with Billy Wright. My husband, Jack and I were honored to know him later in life as Father Wright in St. Gabriel's, Norwood. He enriched us spiritually and we enjoyed serving on the PreCana team with him for several years. We mourn his passing but we are glad that he is at last relieved of his suffering.
Jennifer Bayliss
December 28, 2008
Father Wright was an amazing man with a wonderful sense of humor and very caring spirit. He married my husband and I and baptized our first daughter. He always made time for us and greeted us by name every time. My favorite thing about Father Wright was that he always gave me communion by name, I thought that was nice. I'm very sad to learn of his passing but know he is at rest with God in Heaven now.
Jim McFadden
December 28, 2008
Unfortunately we will not be able to make Bill's funeral. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. He was a wonderful man.
Your cousin, Jim and Marguerite McFadden
Ken & Joan Kryst
December 28, 2008
Thank you for everything. You are and always will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen & Tom Maher
December 28, 2008
Anne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Know he is with the angels.
SANDRA TRENDLER
December 28, 2008
Since we are out of town, we will not be able to attend Fr. Bill's Mass. Please know , however, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Sandra and Jerry Trendler
sandra trendler
December 28, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Jeanne Staines
December 28, 2008
Fr. Liam -
God granted your wish: You DID make it "home for Christmas" as you always wanted.
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