WRIGHT JOHN J

MAJ John J. Wright was a VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 02/09/2013 at the age of 76.0
Burleson, TX
Flight Class 63-2T
Date of Birth 01/31/1937
Served in the U.S. Army
Served in Vietnam with 335 TC CO in 65-66, 242 ASHC in 68-69, 271 ASHC in 69
Call sign in Vietnam INNKEEPER 6
This information was provided by Sammie Williams

More detail on this person: John Joseph Wright just celebrated his 76th birthday and finished his earthly journey on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013. Memorial service: 11 a.m. Thursday, Thompson's Harveson and Cole Funeral Home. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please consider gifts to the Alzheimer's Association , 2630 West Fwy., Fort Worth, Texas 76102. He was born in Pennsylvania on Jan. 31, 1937. He lived a generous life with gusto and commitment that was tempered with just the right amount of compassion for everything he pursued. John proudly served his country as a major in the U.S Army with two tours in Vietnam and Korea and over 25 years with Bell Helicopter. He was a loving and compassionate husband to his wife as they traveled the world for business and pleasure. Classic Meadow Farm was created by John's passion for animals and Donna's love of horses. His presence will be remembered and missed by many who are blessed to have known him. Survivors: His wife, Donna; daughter, Jennifer Adams; twin brother, James Wright; and other siblings, Judy Lefton, Sulin Rubin, Chris Wright, Wayne Wright, Audrey Swisher, Kathleen Forte, their spouses and children.

Published in Star-Telegram on February 13, 2013

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