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Craig Shepard Wright
1988 - 2017
Craig Shepard Wright
1988 - 2017
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Craig Wright Obituary
Craig was born June 21, 1988, in Springfield, Massachusetts and grew up in Massachusetts and Maine. He graduated high school from Williston Northampton School in 2007. He then went on to permanently relocate to Florida, first for college at the University of Tampa where he earned a bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurship, and then graduate school in Miami where he earned a master's degree in Hospitality Management at the Florida International University. Tampa and Miami were his homes ever since and where he has more friends than anyone could even begin to count. He seemed to know everyone everywhere, and everyone loved him.
Craig was a lover of all animals, especially horses and kitties. He was a kind and gentle soul that animals could sense and felt very comfortable around him. He was so proud of his recently acquired horse, named Anna that would soon make her new home with him and Bob on their farm in Tampa. Craig traveled more in his short life than most anyone we know and made friends around the world. The entire world is heaving deep sobs over a life tragically taken too soon.
We found this list on a lined piece of paper in Craig's handwriting among some of his things - almost like a To Do list. Yet, if you knew him, you know this wasn't a bucket list or a list of things he wanted to do, but instead these are among the things he most loved in life; the things that brought him joy.
Hiking
Enjoying the View
Mountains
Ocean
Lakes
Boating
Horses
Four Wheeling
Snowmobiling
Watching the Sunset
Running
Exercising
Watching the Stars
My Family
In addition to the many friends Craig leaves behind, he leaves his mom and dad, Bill and Anita Wright of Naples, Florida; his partner, Robert Glaser; his grandparents, Ned and Jean Wright, his aunts and uncles, Joanne and Dean Wolfe, Carole and Roger Halvorsen, and Kenneth and Rebecca Squires; and his cousins Colleen Wolfe, Amanda Halvorsen, Allison Wolfe McGrimley, and Jeffrey Halvorsen.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in memory of Craig.
All donations made to the Craig Shepard Wright Memorial Fund will be put in to a separate account to fund programs related to the Youth and Education programs. Donations can be made by visiting http://www.belgiancorp.com/youth/?ID=4 and clicking on the donate link on the right hand side of the page. Donations can also be sent to the Belgian Youth and Education Fund, PO BOX 335 Wabash, IN 46992. Please make checks payable to the Belgian Youth Fund and indicate the donation is for the Craig Shepard Wright Memorial Fund.
Visitation 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2017 at Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens, 525 111th Ave. N., Naples, FL 34108
A Celebration of Life Service will take place at the funeral home on Friday, June 9, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.
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Dale Squires
June 21, 2020
Happy Birthday Shep.
I will celebrate today all the joy and love we shared !
All the laughs and all the adventures we shared with our friends.
And to your soul I hope you are dancing and singing and remembering how much you are loved I miss you so much. Your always with me always Mom
Dale Squires
September 8, 2019
I miss you so so much Shep. I love you
Mom
Dale Squires
February 14, 2018
Happy Valentines Day Shep.
I miss you so much. I love you with every ounce of my being. Rub
Xoxoxox mom
Mom
December 22, 2017
Merry Christmas Shep
My heart is so broken !
it's always with you.
Every breath I take.
This time of year my memories are of how beautiful you made my Christmas season !
The tree and the house were full of you and your joy for the season.
Each gift you wrapped was so personal and thoughtful. The music and the love we shared.
I miss you so much.
I will celebrate you this week. And Honor every minute we had.
and remember we will always have the moon.
I love you Shep. So so so much.
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Dale Squires
November 18, 2017
I miss you, I miss your smell , I miss your beautiful smile , I miss your kind heart , I miss your Joy ! I'm sure the angels are guiding you.
You are always with me my son.
I love you . Rub. Mom
Mum.
October 26, 2017
I love you
Dale Squires
October 3, 2017
I miss you Shep. I love you so much. Mom.
Stefan Marks
September 9, 2017
I met Craig for the first time during his stay in Leipzig in 2014. I showed him around the city. I loved his warmth and his smile. We liked a song very much and were listening to it in the car. (When The Beat Drops Out - Marlon Roudette).
I will miss you, Craig.
Thoughts and prayers to his mom and dad and to all who loved him.
I know you are the morning sunrise at Turbats creek.
Love Mom
September 1, 2017
I miss you Shep. Love Mom
Dale Squires
September 1, 2017
Dale Squires
August 3, 2017
I am sitting at the creek. I can see your face and still watch you playing down here. Making crabby day cares and running around.
I love you my sweet son. I miss you and I look up every night to the shining stars to talk to you.
We will always have the moon.
Your loving mom
Vivian Betancourt Toney
July 24, 2017
I too met Craig on his new horse farm. We hit it off like two peas in a pod. As I left that day, I said to myself, "I have a new best friend". As others I am sad to hear of this loss. Heaven has a new angel smiling over us. Craig, I will miss the horse back riding we spoke of.
Todd Warner
July 13, 2017
Through my friendship with his mother, I have known Craig since he was a small child. We will all miss him very much. I hope he is at peace and is able touch the people who meant the most in his life. He leaves a loving mother who provided everything a child could ever want. Through all the ups and downs of life, Dale was there with the most pure example of unconditional love. The best of Craig came from his mom and I hope he will be able to find that love and hold on to it for eternity. Our prayers are with you.
Nancy Kwiatkowski
June 25, 2017
Dale, I have such wonderful memories of Craig. I remember the caring, curious child in my third grade classroom, all his stories about "The Creek", and others about all the adventures you went on! My most sincere sympathy. Sending thoughts and prayers to all who loved him.
Michelle
June 19, 2017
On behalf of the Board of the Homeowners Association of Joycia Condominium in Miami Beach, and all the residents here who knew and loved Craig, we wish to send our condolences to his family. Craig was a natural leader who was a joy to work with. He was always generous and cheerful and supportive. He will be missed.
Kevin Freedman
June 19, 2017
I had the opportunity to meet Craig just one time on his new Horse Farm to hel plan his equestrian center. He was a remarkable young man. I know he will be missed by many! Rest in Peace!
Janet Coyne
June 15, 2017
Remember all the fun times we shared showing at the fairs. Rest In Peace
Karen LESSARD
June 15, 2017
A sweet loving soul!
June 15, 2017
Such a sweet person!
I love you to the moon and back Shep. I miss you and think of you everyday. Love Mom.
Dale Squires
June 15, 2017
I will love you forever and always carry you in my heart! I have never stopped.
I miss you so much everyday.
I am filled with gratitude to know how much you are loved by everyone and that you had such a loving partner. Thank you Bob for the joy and love you shared with Shep. My condolences to you and Craig's Florida family.
Rest In Peace my son , sing and dance like the angel you are.
Forever your mom.
jaime laasch
June 14, 2017
Craig and I met at FIU and immediately became lifelong friends. When Craig graduated and was off to travel the world, I furnished my apartment with all of his things... Literally. I vowed to hold them for him as long as he wanted me to. As hectic as his life became traveling, he frequently came to visit me in the keys and always responded to phone calls to catch up. He was professional, personable, and a always a pleasure to be with. I am heartbroken. My deepest condolences to his family and many friends. Jaime Sue Wilson
Pier de Jong
June 11, 2017
Dear Bill and Anita,
I was so saddened by the news of Craig's passing. I know you loved him so much and he was so much part of your life. With my most sincere condolences, my heart goes out to you.
Cécile Barbier
June 11, 2017
I met Craig in Maine, when he was a young boy. He was a funny, kind and smart kid: I will always remember him that way.
Dale Squires, I am so sorry for your loss. You have been a great Mom to Craig and I know how deeply you loved him and cared for him.
I send you my most sincere condolences. Craig, may you rest in peace.
Becki McTaggart
June 10, 2017
With such sadness, I am writing this........ he will be so deeply missed by all his family, friends and partner. Prayers, support, and more prayers will help all; ........especially to his mom Dale Squires who loved him so deeply..... We are so sorry and are grieving with you! Love from all the McTaggarts
Lynn Fortin
June 9, 2017
He always made me laugh!
Christine Formico
June 9, 2017
We all would like to know that when we leave we have left an impression in the hearts and minds of those we come across, for this is our legacy. Craig you did just that for me with the pure joy and light that you possessed. "Sometimes you will never know the power of a moment until it becomes a memory"
Rich and Barb Greene
June 9, 2017
I am very saddened to hear of Craig's passing. He was an extremely kind, generous, compassionate, and smart beyond his years young man whom I am proud to say I spent several of his early years with. Those memories will always hold a special place in my heart. My wife and I send our most sincere condolences to the family. Rest In Peace, Craig.
Karen
June 9, 2017
Dear Billy and Anita,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Craig was one of the most caring, loving and sweetest individuals that I ever had the pleasure of meeting.
He would come into the office and his smile would simply light up the room. He would sit and chat with everyone to get updates on how they were doing. Craig told me of his great love for horses and he would ask me about my bunnies. He was a wonderful person.
May he rest in peace.
God bless
Cheryl Boucher
June 9, 2017
I'll always love you always have always will.
Monica Butler
June 9, 2017
I'll remember Craig as a loving, kind and generous spirit. I am honored that he called me his friend and will cherish my memories of him forever. My
sincere condolences to his beloved family - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patti Lemon
June 8, 2017
So many people loved Craig, and that love made him into a kind, loving person. Craig's Mom, Dale Squires spent countless hours with Craig as he started caring for his own horses, teaching him responsibility in taking care of the horses, giving him a sense of pride. I am so sorry for the loss of a wonderful human being, Craig, and my thoughts and prayers go out to Dale Squires, Bill & Anita Wright and family.
Tom and Barb Strycharz
June 8, 2017
Memories of Craig will always make you proud and gratified. Anita, Bill life trails can be cruel, your raising of Craig resulted in the perfect reflection of both of you. Someone everyone enjoyed and loved.
Celeste Goldfarb
June 8, 2017
Craig you were a wonderful person. May you rest in peace. We will miss you. Dear family, friends of craig and dear bob, we re very sorry for your loss.
Your neighbors, Esperanza, Oscar from 6A, Celeste, John, Leon and Siena from 3A
Shawn Squires
June 8, 2017
Peace and love for Craig's mother, Dale Squires, his father, Bill Wright and his partner, Robert Glaser. We love you, Aunt Dale, and we're holding you in our hearts always.
Lorna Hinson
June 8, 2017
Much sympathy and love for Craig's mother Dale Squires, and to the rest of his family. We love you, Aunt Dale, and our thoughts are with you in this most difficult time.
Chris and Dennis Grabb
June 8, 2017
First met Craig years ago at a horse show and even then you could tell what a caring, wonderful adult he would become. RIP Craig, we love you.
Daisy Danna
June 8, 2017
Dear Family and Bob Glaser:
Our most sincere condolences in this very painful moment.
Your 3B neighbors Daisy, Nicolas & Isadora
Lewis Squires
June 8, 2017
Dale Squires I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son. I know you loved him deeply. I pray for all involved but especially for you and Billy. No parent should have to endure a tragedy like this. God Bless all and may your son rest in peace.
Christine Geise
June 8, 2017
Billy and Anita
I am so sorry for your loss. No parent should have to deal with losing a child and such an exceptional young man. Our prayers are with you and the family. Special prayers for Bob who has lost a wonderful partner and soul mate. God Bless.
Tory MacDonald
June 7, 2017
This news saddens my heart. Craig was always warm, friendly and fun to be around at the draft horse shows. His presence on this earth will be missed for sure. RIP Craig!
Angie Bortolotti
June 7, 2017
There are people who come into your life and leave the most beautiful mark...who live and love with a kind of truth and generosity that reminds you to share that kind of love with others - and with yourself. I'm so sad to write that my dear friend is gone...I am beyond blessed that you chose to share your love, time & friendship with me. I miss you, my other little brother, and wish we could be there to celebrate your life. Hugs to all of you who had this wonderful man in your life.
Santiago Rodriguez
June 7, 2017
It was a pleasure for me to have known Craig. He will be missed tremendously.
God Bless.
Galvin Williams
June 7, 2017
Craig has been a truly wonderful person to me. I was so happy to have known him. He was kind and so special too all the staff here at Shore Club. My heart goes out to his family and friends. God has the angel we will all miss. My friend! Galvin Williams
Amy
June 7, 2017
A mother's heart has been broken. May all the good memories carry you through this time. With the deepest sympathy for your loss.
Always happy and having fun , we will miss you
Brandon and Lucy Samuels
June 7, 2017
Craig will be dearly missed. We spent allot of time with Craig and he was a wonderful person. We had many good times and experiences together. Craig brought lots of joy to our life as we are sure he did to everyone he met.
Although he left our world way too soon , he lived and experienced life to the fullest. We will miss you
Erika Thomas
June 7, 2017
Craig was such a kind person with a larger than life spirit and energy. It is heartbreaking to hear that he is no longer with us. While I didn't regularly stay in touch with Craig, whenever I saw him it was like picking up right where we left off - he was a genuine person who always made an effort to say hello and catch up. I had the pleasure of meeting Craig when we worked together at Shore Club years ago, and we frequently ran into each other out and about in Miami. He had a mission to work with a water charity and help raise funds for the environment. His life ended far too soon and his heart was always in the right place. I offer my soncerest condolences to the Wright family and hope that they find strength in this difficult time. Rest In Peace, Craig, and know that you touched many lives in your short time here on earth.
Linda and Jim Cepican
June 7, 2017
Craig, when we first met you as a young boy., you joined us for dinner with dad and Anita. You were about 14. So tall already and so handsome. You were so young but your warmth and personality were the center of conversation. That warmth, passion and love for life grew with you into adulthood. One time when you were visiting as we sat around the pool, you said "I am so lucky my dad is the greatest and Anita is a special mom." We cheered your accomplishments with mom and dad as they were so proud. We will close with mentioning your smile!, how could we not! Your smile lit up a room when you entered and is the first thing that stands out brightly in any photo of you. So, Craig, we too will smile when we think of you now and always. Love, and may peace surround your beautiful soul. Love, Linda and Jim
fernando costanzo
June 7, 2017
Billy- So sorry to hear of Craig's passing. I can't imagine how you feel losing a child. Accept my condolences and I will say a prayer. Fernando Costanzo
Amy
June 6, 2017
Craig was larger than life and I am grateful to have known him. My heart breaks to hear this sad news. My deepest condolences to the family and to all who called him a friend.
Melanie S.
June 6, 2017
Lighting this candle in the memory of Craig. Growing up only a street away from him while in elementary through middle school was a fond memory I'll always cherish. You will be missed.
Jean
June 6, 2017
May Craig Rest In Peace
Jean
June 6, 2017
I was so sad when I heard the passing of Craig. I will always keep the memory of our canoeing on the Maine ocean & camping on the island under the stars. He was brave to sleep without a tent. May your good memories be with you always.
Craig & Mary Ahlquist
June 6, 2017
I'll share two memories, one recent, one older. The older first - several years ago, Bill, 'Little Craig' and I went for a day of spring skiing at Wildcat mountain in NH. The weather was beautiful, looking right into Mt Washington and Tuckerman's ravine. In order to get the best picture, we ducked under a closed trail rope. We snapped our pictures and of course, on our way out got scolded by ski patrol for being on a closed trail. Oh well.
The second, more recent memory is Craig acting as travel guide for us. We were headed to Berlin, Prague and Munich last fall. Craig was visiting New England and one of his stops was to our place in NH. We told him about our upcoming trip - all places he had been - and proceeded to give us all the insider info he had gained. Prague is known for its mixology. One of the famous bars is Hemingway's, a place the author frequented. As we were sitting in Hemingway's, I was texting with Craig, him giving me suggestions from the extensive drink menu.
These and many other memories will keep him alive and well in our hearts.
May you rest in peace Little Craiger (aka Shep). Love - Craig and Mary Ahlquist
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