Herman "Bear" Wright

Herman L. "Bear" Wright, 90, of Clarksville, TN passed away at 11:52 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2025 at Tennova Healthcare in Clarksville.

Visitation will be Monday, February 9, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville. Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 9, 2026 at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West. Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Hopkinsville is in charge of the arrangements.

A native of Madison, VA he was born September 15, 1935 the son of the late Lizzie Barnes. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, including service in Vietnam and Germany. During his military career, he earned numerous medals and commendations; recognition that matched the discipline, courage, and sacrifice he gave so willingly.

Herman's life was defined by service, both in uniform and beyond it. After retiring from the Army, he continued serving his community as a Park Ranger with the Tennessee Valley Authority, retired from there, and owned Wright Insurance Agency. He was happiest doing meaningful work, showing up for people, and living with purpose.

One of the great joys of Herman's life was meeting Helga "Jackie" Wright, while in Germany. Their love story became a foundation of a family Herman cherished deeply. He loved her children as his own and built a legacy rooted in loyalty and genuine care.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his wife: Helga "Jackie" Wright; and his son: Mike Beam; and his daughter: Terry Miller; and his grandson: Justin Beam.

Survivors include: his daughter Suzanne and husband, Dean Griffith of Las Vegas, NV; and his son: David and wife, Molly Beam of Parker, CO; and his son-in-law Jim Miller of Crossville, TN; and his grandchildren: Jacqueline Cormier, Nathan Beam, Michael Beam and Shaylee Beam; and his great grandchildren: Cody and wife, Gaby Cormier, Sean Cormier, Abby Cormier and Zachary Cormier.

Herman "Bear" Wright will be remembered as a man of honor, deeply loved, widely respected, and impossible to replace. His strength lives on in the family he protected, the people he helped, and the example he set for all who knew him.