Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1926
DIED
2017
FUNERAL HOME
Miles Wright Obituary
Haskell, TX
Miles Otis Wright, 91, a long time resident of Haskell, TX, passed away December 16, 2017. A graveside service will be held at 2:00PM, Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Willow Cemetery with Mr. James McFadden and Roy Wright officiating. Services are under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes. A visitation is planned from 6:00-7:00PM, Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at the funeral home, 304 N 2nd St., Haskell, TX
Miles was born June 29, 1926 in Comanche, to Rosie Berry (Corley) and James Addison Wright. Miles served in the Navy during WWII. He married Sue Wright on January 1, 1948 in Haskell. He was baptized at Paint Creek Methodist Church. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, coon hunting, and cooking breakfast; making the best gravy in the world. He was a hard worker, and loved the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. He was always there to help anyone in need.
He is survived by his two daughters, Shirley Wright of Rapid City, SD, and Becky Wright of Hawley; three sisters, Patricia Anderson and husband Ronnie of Mt. Pleasant, Rosalee Briscoe and husband Therman of Midland, and Mary Stover of Weatherford; two brothers, Roy Wright and wife Sue of Haskell, and Robert Wright; sister-in-law, Evelyn Wright; four grand-daughters, Cyndy Primm and husband Jarman of Hamlin, Elizabeth Olson and husband Ryan of Haskell, Melissa Espinosa and husband Teddy of Knox City, and DeeAnne Krebs and husband Nick of Rapid City, SD; five grandsons, Bill Friske and wife Tracy of Merkel, Richard Howeth and wife Tina of Hawley, Jason Howeth and wife Karen of Haskell, Nathan Rocha and wife Brittany of Abilene, and Joey Rocha and wife Belinda of Abilene; 24 great grandchildren; 14 great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Susie Viola Wright; mother, Rosie (Corley); father, James Wright; daughter, Molly Friske; son-in-law, Bill Friske; three sisters, Ella Mae and Ruben Heavington, Maudie and Dee McFadden, and Argie and Jim McFadden; four brothers, Bill and Ana Lee Wright, Pete and Zenobel Wright, Vernon Wright, and Johnny Paul Wright.
Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.smithfamilyfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Miles Wright
Sponsored by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Haskell.
4 Entries
JF
December 19, 2017
Everything your loved one was...kind, honest, caring, wise, thoughtful, loving lives on in the hearts of friends and family who will never forget. So sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort sustain you during your grieving.
dana moore
December 18, 2017
so sorry for your loss, keeping the family in my prayers. I did not know him but i knew Cynthia Primm, she talked so highly of him.
Chris Runnels
December 18, 2017
What a incredible man. He will be sorely missed.
Cyndi Floeter
December 17, 2017
So sorry for your loss, Cyndi Floeter
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Miles Wright's name
Memorial Events
for Miles Wright
Dec
19
How to support Miles's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Miles Wright's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
