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Richard Wright

Richard Wright

Richard Noel Wright



Richard N. Wright, 71, passed away on September 13, 2007. He was born in Akron, OH and resided in Suffield Township for 32 years. He was a graduate of East High School and attended The University of Akron and Kent State. He also served in the National Guard. Richard retired from a lifelong career in construction and was a member of Local Carpenters Union #639. Richard was preceded in death by his parents William and Hazel Wright and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Marco and Mildred Medjed. He is survived by beloved wife Ann of 46 years; daughters and sons-in-law Julie and Tim Miller and Kellie and Bob Toth. He will also be dearly missed by family, friends, and his dachshunds. Funeral service will be Monday, 1 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. Interment to follow at Hillside Memorial Park. Family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Multiple Sclerosis Society. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com.



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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Monday, September 17, 2007

12:00 - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

131 North Canton Road, Akron, OH 44305

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Service

Monday, September 17, 2007

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

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131 North Canton Road, Akron, OH 44305

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