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James Wright Obituary
WAUSAU, WI — James B. Wright, 89 years old, passed away on February 9, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Jim was born on November 19, 1931, to the late Bailey and Alice (Pratt) Wright in Dayton, Ohio. He attended Central High School in Lima, Ohio, graduating in 1949 and graduated with a BS in Nautical Science from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York. After serving with the Merchant Marines, he was commissioned as an Ensign in the U.S. Navy and served from 1955 to 1964.
He married Sue Ebling in 1965. She preceded him in death on January 28, 2000.
Jim was a career engineer; first for Lima Electric and had retired as a senior product engineer for Marathon Electric. He was a member of the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) from 1973-2012. He was a forefather of their education programs and the namesake for the Education Award as well as the author for the EGSA Reference Book. Jim served as President in 1990, receiving the Gordon Johnson Lifetime Achievement Award.
Moreover, Jim was a member of Wausau Elks Lodge 248 for 28 years and was active in their youth and community activities.
He is survived by his daughter, Stacie (Ray) Huang; and granddaughter, Audrey Huang. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue.
An Elks Lodge of Sorrow with Military Honors will be held in Jim's honor at a later date. Private interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Lima, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to The American Cancer Society and The American Heart Association.
Brainard Funeral Home - Wausau, WI is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at www.brainardfuneral.com.
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A Navy Wife
February 23, 2021
Thanks for serving our Country
David Hurtado
February 12, 2021
Rest in peace Jim. It was truly great knowing you. Thank you for sharing so much knowledge with others. My sincere condolences to the family.
Bill Kovacek
February 12, 2021
So sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. My condolences to the family. I worked with Jim at Lima Electric in the sales department. He was always dedicated to his job . My prayers for him and the family.
American Heart Association
February 11, 2021
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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