FRANCIS BRIGHT Jr.

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FRANCIS BRIGHT Obituary

Francis "Skip" Bright, Jr., 53, of Victorville, passed away March 11, 2011. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii and after numerous moves by his family from military base to military base, they settled in Victorville. Skip graduated from Victor Valley High School in 1975 and shortly thereafter moved to Phoenix, Arizona where he continued his education at DeVry University. Skip was employed by the Victor Union High School District and worked at various schools in the district including Lakeview Middle, Victor Valley and Silverado High Schools. Skip enjoyed playing tennis and chess, power lifting, coaching softball, working with and mentoring kids. He is survived by two children, daughter Jessica and son Jonathan. Girlfriend Teresa Doerksen and her two children, Justin and Jessica Doerksen, sisters Josette Wright (Tim) and Jo Bright-Jones (Bob), aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Brad, parents Francis and Roselie Bright and grandparents. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 25, 2011, 5:00 PM at High Desert Church, 14545 Hook Boulevard, Victorville, California 92394, telephone (760) 245-2415.

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Published by Daily Press from Mar. 20 to Mar. 30, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for FRANCIS BRIGHT

8 Entries

Sheryl Justice

April 3, 2011

Another bright and shining star has walked along the path of eternity. As for me, a wonderful classmate whose eye glowed, a reflection of his personality. VVHS Class of 75 will honor and shed a tear when our other classmates are memoralized. May God be with your family SKIP, hold them close, comfort during the lonely times, and bring joy when events of your life shared with those who loved and cared for you.
VVHS Class of 75 honors, and will miss you.

oshale

March 27, 2011

Rest in peace Skip, I wish we could have spent more time together with both our families like we once did, I didnt get a chance to see you before you passed but I know you know I would have been there if I could have, you were a really good friend and listener, luv ya rest in peace my friend

Eddie Martinez

March 26, 2011

Skip Bright showed me the element of kindness and honesty. I had lost my high school ring in 1973 and Skip had found out that it was mine and returned it to me after I had lost my class ring for 2 weeks. Today when I think of being honest and kind I think of that young man in 1973, Skip Bright, that taught me a simple lesson. Bless all and mercy and Grace to you

Desiree' Gray

March 25, 2011

I am so glad that I was able to see Skip at the Reunion and spend a little time with him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in Peace my friend.

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March 21, 2011

I went to HS with Skip...we didn't know each other well, but I do remember he was always very nice. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Skip's family and friends. God Speed Skip...and watch over those of us down here. God Bless

Kevin Wells

March 21, 2011

Skip was my doubles partner in 1974 and 1975. We were simply compatible. (He was steady and I was not.) We won a lot of tennis matches together and a couple pre-season tournaments. We beat some good teams from Quartz Hill and Burroughs. Coach Dudley broke us up a couple times but ultimately put us back together. We had chemistry during those two winning seasons when we played Varsity at Victor Valley High. Those were good times. Thanks partner.

Debra Wells Kaminsky

March 21, 2011

After close to 30 years, Skip and I accidently met at a therapeutic riding competition - CALNET- where he was one of the judges. It was great to reconnect, see his smiling face and that wonderful connection he had for all the special and talented riders. It was fun to know another person who enjoyed Tennis and Horses!

March 21, 2011

Skip, there probably wasn't enough space in Sunday's Daily Press to express the number of friends you had made and KEPT over so many years; although far too short for me and the family. Forever, my children will remember their Uncle Skip and the many memories that you leave us with. I will never forget your generous spirit and everlasting friendship during the good and bad times we both endured. The last day I saw you was the best day with you. You left an indelible mark on the lives of my five children and our friends from the CATV business. I will not mourn you; I will cherish you forever. I will never forget. J Michael & Grace & Family

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