Gary A. Wright's Obituary
Decatur-Gary A. Wright, 51, of Decatur, passed away at 2:22 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2009 in his residence with his family by his side.
Memorial services to celebrate Gary’s life will be at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home with Pastor William L. Johnson officiating. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Care Associates of Central Illinois or DMH Hospice. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Gary was born October 2, 1957 in Charleston, Illinois the son of Marvin L. and Lola “Lou” (Phillips) Wright. He was a machinist at Mueller Company retiring after thirty-one years of service. Gary was a member of Loving Missionary Baptist Church in Bloomington. He enjoyed cars, drag racing, and camping. He married Susan Crowell July 30, 1977 in Decatur.
He leaves behind his wife Susan of Decatur, parents; Marvin and Lou of Decatur, and brother; Rusty and wife Katherine of Decatur.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Maria Perdekamp and all of the nurses and staff at Cancer Care Associates of Central Illinois and the nurses and staff at DMH Hospice.
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