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1936
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2022
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Robert Wright Obituary
He was born June 8, 1936, to Ross and Mae (Bouch) Wright in Mahaffey. He worked for Benjamin Coal Company for over 30 years as a heavy equipment operator. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Pappy enjoyed tending to his garden, camping and hunting, and loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by six children, Vickie Waltman, New Bethlehem, Cindy Tapper and husband Harold, Mahaffey, Robert "Mike" Wright and wife Gina, Mahaffey, Ginger Felgar and husband Don, Punxsutawney, Penny Delucia and spouse Bob, Clearfield, and Randy Wright and wife Kathy, Mahaffey; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Dan Wright and wife Carol, Mahaffey, and Ron Wright and wife Pat, Mahaffey; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary L. Wright, in 2015; a son-in-law, Dave Waltman; and two brothers, Tom and Larry Wright.
A private memorial service will be held at the Waldron Funeral Home, Mahaffey, at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to the Mahaffey Volunteer Fire Department, 958 Market St., Mahaffey, PA 15757.
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Michelle Wright Beckman
March 25, 2022
I am sorry to hear the passing of Uncle Bob. Please accept my condolences in prayers to his wonderful family. I have many great memories from my childhood of Uncle Bob. Love and prayers to all of my cousins!
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Gordon Bloom Jr.
March 23, 2022
So sorry to hear of Uncle Bobs passing . My memories of him are that he always greeted you with a big smile and was truly interested in you and what was going on in everyone lives ! He will be sadly missed by all whom had the pleasure of meeting him. My condolences to his family.
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