MICHAEL ANGELO WRIGHT

Michael Angelo Wright departed this life at Veteran Administration Hospital on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the age of 69. He was a native of Philadelphia, PA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Michael was a 1971 graduate of Overbrook High School, and continued his studies at Lincoln University, graduating with the class of 1975. He was a member of the Rho Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Gamma Gamma Chapter #849. Michael was a veteran of the United States Navy, and for his bravery he received commendations for Desert Storm and Cobra Gold. Michael was employed as a Grant Specialist with the National Institute of Health.  Beloved husband of Kelia Coleman-Wright. Loving father of Michael Wright, Allen Wright, Macy Coleman-Wright, and the late Christina Wright. Son of the late Laura E. Wayman. Grandson of the late John C. and Essie Wright. Son-in-law of Marva C. Coleman. Michael is also survived by 6 grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Progressive Church and all neighboring churches; employees of National Institute of Health are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Progressive Church, 437 Cohen Street, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 10:00a.m. Pastor Sterling Mealancon, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the church. Interment: Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 9:30a.m. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA  To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

 

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