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Norfolk - Dr. Richard S. Wright, D.C., 71, passed away on Saturday, July 21, 2018. He was a Chiropractor for over 40 years until his retirement in 2013, serving the community from his family practice, Wright Chiropractic Clinic. Dr. Wright was a past president of the Virginia Chiropractic Association and a devoted member of Avalon Church of Christ. He was beloved by his family and his patients and was a friend to the friendless.
Born in Norfolk, he was the son of the late Mildred Dowd Wright and Dr. Clarence S. Wright, Sr. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 35 years, Judy R. Wright; his children, Richard Wright, Jr., Shane Wright, Lisa Backer, Deanna Ralston, and Allen Fellers; 7 grandchildren, Ace, Caleb, and Jett Backer, Madeline and Brandon Wise, Joshua Ralston, and Charles Fellers, III; and a brother, Clarence Wright, Jr.
A celebration of his life will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 27th at Avalon Church of Christ. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Avalon Church of Christ - Missions Fund, 844 Woodstock Rd., Virginia Beach 23464. H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be offered to the family through www.hdoliver.com.
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July 31, 2018
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Mark & Linda Kleiber
July 25, 2018
Dr. Wright made our world a little brighter. When I started having back issues, my wife Linda recommended him. Aside from helping me with my back, what impressed me most was his wisdom and charm. He reminded me of an old country Doctor. Having other issues, he recommended eating spicy foods to help. He was right. Doc, you will be missed.
Dr Al Roper
July 25, 2018
Friend, Doctor, and Colleague for 40+ years. I knew he had been failing. Condolences to all the family and Old Office Staff. He has been missed, but will always be remembered with such great affection.
July 25, 2018
I was a patient for many years of Richard and his father. They were both such nice people to be associated with. Richard even treated me several times at his home office when I had severe back pain on the weekend. They were both first class Christian people.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family in their loss. I know he will be missed. Love and prayers, Johnny & Debbie Comstock
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