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Ruth Ann Wright

1944 - 2014

Ruth Ann Wright obituary, 1944-2014

BORN

1944

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Lodi Funeral Home, Inc.

725 South Fairmont

Lodi, California

Ruth Wright Obituary

Ruth Ann Wright was born in Providence, RI, November 1, 1944 to Woodrow and Eileen Martin. Ruth grew up in New York and Texas. After attending American University in Washington D.C., she moved to California in 1965 to attend University of Pacific, graduating with a BA in English. It was here she met Garland Wright, who smitten with her charms married her December 9, 1967 in the Morris Chapel. They moved to Lodi where she has since resided. She held a graduate (MA) degree from University of San Francisco in Counseling Psychology and she worked diligently as a counselor in private practice and St. Joseph's Hospital. Ruth was active in community activities including: founding member of Lodi Ecology Action and active in protesting and successfully closing Rancho Seco. Those early efforts helped transform Lodi into being one of the first communities to recycle their household waste. She was a longtime member and office holder in America Association of University Women (AAUW). Ruth was a loving wife, wonderful mother and great friend.
She is survived by her husband Garland Wright, (46 years of marriage); her son and daughter in law Eric and Holly Wright; love of her life, grand-daughter, Abigail; half-sister Rusty Collie; Aunt Mildred Hanie; and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of San Joaquin; Animal Friends Connection, PALS, the Lodi Community Art Center or a charity of the donor's choice.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday June 25, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at Lodi Funeral Home., Fairmont Ave., Lodi, CA. There is no visitation. Lodi Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lodi-News Sentinel from Jun. 19 to Jun. 27, 2014.

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Leo & Ineke Volkert

June 30, 2014

So sorry to hear about the loss of a mother and wife. A heartful condolence.

Cindy Chappell

June 28, 2014

Sending much love and comfort.....and remembering Ruth Ann with a smile.....

Kathy and Steve Hair

June 28, 2014

We were so sorry to hear about Ruth. She was a wonderful person and loved her family so much. She adored her granddaughter. We are sending our prayers and thinking about all of you at this diffiuclt time.

Ron & Wendy Weiss

June 25, 2014

Gar and family,
Sorry to hear of Ruth passing.

Patricia Sherman

June 25, 2014

I was so saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. She was a lovely woman who will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time.
Patricia Sherman

Laurie Bambas

June 25, 2014

Gar, Eric and Family
I've known Ruth since early days
of Lodi Ecology Action and in babysitting Eric. Ruth always greeted me with a hug, tales of her little Abigail and talking about the old days of working on Saturdays at the recycling center. Know my heart goes out to you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Laurie Bambas

Fran Neal

June 25, 2014

I have lost a wonderful neighbor. I will miss seeing her around our neighborhood and especially at the gym. Though it wasn't her "cup of tea" I was happy to see her and chat with her as we "worked out". Ruth was a genuine lady and an inspiration to me. I will miss her.
In loving memory,
Fran

Don Phillips

June 25, 2014

Gar and family , we're sorry for your loss . Jeanne and I send our condolences

Lynn (Castagna) n Leo Candelario

June 25, 2014

Dear Gar n family....we are so sorry to learn of Ruth's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Claire Kennedy Stone

June 25, 2014

Gar and Family, So saddened to hear about Ruth's passing. Her kind, gentle grace will be missed. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you.

Jeri Chapman

June 24, 2014

I am so saddened to read about your great loss, Gar, and want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and the family.

June 23, 2014

We are so sorry to read about Ruth, she was a great person. Our sincere condolence to you and your family.
Pat & Merry Donahue

Phil & Marilyn Schrock

June 23, 2014

Ruth always, upon meeting, made me feel special. She was truly a grand lady. Gar & family we are so sorry for your loss.

June 22, 2014

To Gar and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Ruth"s passing. We extend our sincere condolances. May she rest in peace.
Mike and Patricia Manassero

LIsa Marchand

June 22, 2014

I'm so lucky to have been one of the AAUW women who were able to spend so many happy hours with Ruthie. Her intelligence, wit, and comfortable friendliness will always be a presence in our memories.

JJ Godi

June 21, 2014

Eric, Holly, & Abby,
Our thoughts are with you during this tough time. Our Love,
JJ, Marisa, Dominic, & Mia

JC Strote

June 20, 2014

Ruth was one of my favorite people. She was great admirer of my glass art and bought quite a few of my glass sculptures. I considered her a friend. She is definitely missed. I will be donating $50 to the Lodi Community Art Center in her name.

June 19, 2014

Dear Gar, Eric, and family,
We are very sad for you losing Ruthie with an R. She was a dear, dear friend.
Carla and Leonard

June 19, 2014

Gar and family: So sorry to read of Ruth's passing.
I have great memories of her. She was a great person.
She will be missed.

Nancy Rinaudo
Palm Springs

June 19, 2014

Dear Gar, Eric, Holly, Abigail, and extended family:

We are so sad to hear of Ruth's passing. This came as such a shock to us. We know that she was so dear to you, a devoted wife, mom & grandma. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,
Joanne & Rocky Suess

Lori Jeremic

June 19, 2014

Love you and miss you Aunt Ruth, you will forever be in our hearts.

June 19, 2014

God Bless the Wright Family.
G Kroll

June 19, 2014

Dear Gart & Eric
I'm so sorry to hear of the lost of Rut Ann. My heart goes out to you and your family. May God help you through this very sad time.
Your old neighbor Audrey Foley

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