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Harry Wright Obituary

Published by Comox Valley Echo on Nov. 8, 2011.

It is with great sadness that the family of Harry Russell Wright announce his sudden passing. With his ever loving wife by his side, Harry passed away at home on the evening of Thursday, November 3rd.
Harry is survived by his spouse Gwen, daughters Debbie (Barr McLaren), Brenda (Jerry Desrochers), Sherry (Luis Rebolledo), his son Gary (Joanne Campbell); grandchildren William, Renee, Ben, Kaylen and Breanne; brothers Murchie and Marvin and countless dear friends. Harry is predeceased by his daughter Tammy.
Harry, who was born on September 06, 1932 in Odell River, N.B. lived a life of passion. It was throughout his decorated 20 year career in the military service, as a member of NATO Peacekeeping troops, that he met Gwen, the love of his life and spouse of 53 years. In 1967 Harry and Gwen moved their young family to Comox Valley, where he worked first as sole proprietor of a landscaping business and then as Town Parks Foreman for the City of Courtenay. It is in these capacities that Harry's passion for rhododendrons flourished, resulting in the beauty that is present at many of the city's parks. When not basking in the loving company of his children and grandchildren, Harry would be found with his many friends from the Rhodo and Garden Club, of which he was a founding member. Harry received numerous awards from the American Rhododendron Association for his work hybridizing rhodos.
As an active member of our community, Harry has worked closely with Citizens on Patrol, minor hockey, and Scouts Canada.
A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, November 08 between 7:00 and 8:00 PM at the Comox Valley Funeral Home located at 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay, BC. The memorial service will follow, at the same location, on Wednesday, November 09 at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sonshine Club, the organization which Harry proudly supported through the annual lighting and opening of his gardens.
The Wright family would like to thank all those who have so generously supported the family during these difficult times.

This obituary was originally published in the Comox Valley Echo (Courtenay, BC).

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Mark Poire

November 12, 2011

Dear Mrs. Wright, Debbie, Brenda, Sherry and Gary and respective families: My Mom and Dad and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Harry, a wonderful husband, father and grandfather as well as a gentleman of the Comox Valley community. From the turnout at his service, it is obvious he was loved and respected by so many. He was a mentor and always had some wise advice, injected with his uncanny sense of humour. His passing was very sudden, but it was on his own terms, surrounded by loved ones and in his own home which was a shrine to Gwen and the rest of the family. On behalf of my Mom and Dad, thank you for allowing me to be a part of his remembrance service and say a few words in his honor. Our family is proud of our long association with the Wright family. A little bit of Harry lives on in each of us and his legacy will not be forgotten. With much love, Barbara, Guy and Mark Poire.