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William Wright

  • December 9, 1946 - March 7, 2011
  • East Orange, New Jersey
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“May the family be blessed and stay close in the time of need. from the Allen family ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Roberta Allen-Nelson - newark, NJ

“what a man we've had some good time,yes he'll be miss.god grace all around his family so they can carry on may god bless, ...Read More » ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: walter conerly Jr - hillside, NJ

“I will always remember William Wright (Dog Catcher) as a caring, giving and fun person. He will be missed by all who knew Him. May GOD BLESS HIM and...Read More » ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Edward Faison a.k.a 133 - NJ

“Bill will be missed by all of us in the CB world He was the there when ever you nedded him no matter what GOD BLESS you and your family until we meet...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: David WilliamsA.KA 99 - Newark, NJ

“Unc, i will miss you. I have many fond memories of you that make me smile when i think of them... You will be missed by my family and myself. Rest in...Read More » ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Tyrone Cokley - Nazareth, PA

“Unc, i will miss you. I have many fond memories of you that make me smile when i think of them... You will be missed by my family and myself. Rest in...Read More » ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Tyrone Cokley - Nazareth, PA

“Unc, i will miss you. I have many fond memories of you that make me smile when i think of them... You will be missed by family and myself. Rest in...Read More » ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Tyrone Cokley - Nazareth, PA

“Billy - I'll never forget your smile and will always remember the good times on Essex Avenue. ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Audrey Strother - Plainfield, NJ

“Dear Bob,Mary and Family: We are truly sadden for the passing of our cousin Bill and are sorry that we can't be with you today however our love and...Read More » ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Louise O Wright - Sumter,, SC

“You will be missed. Love Always, Fee ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Felicia Cokley - Columbia, SC

“"Dog catcher", as you were so affectionately called among your CB family and friends, you are so truly going to be missed. I can truthfully say that...Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Carlotta Moton - Hillside, NJ

“The world has lost a WONDERFUL man, he was my son's grandfather but so much more. He was always only a phone call away if I needed any help with my...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: j - NJ

“Dear Dwayne and Family, While there are no words to remove the emptiness and sorrow you may be experiencing, know that God NEVER makes a mistake....Read More » ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Gloria Carter-Hopkins - Edison, NJ


William Wright was born on December 9, 1946 in Sumter, South Carolina, son of Martha Oxendine Wright and Theodore Wright. He lived in Linden, New Jersey before moving to East Orange 20 years ago. William was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Having served from September 23, 1966 until his honorable discharge on September 14, 1968, he earned the Vietnam Service Medal with Three Bronze Service Stars, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation Badge and one Overseas Service Bar. He was a self-employed General Contractor for 25 years. Previously, he was employed by General Motors Corporation in Linden and by Continental Drum in Carteret. Bill, as he was affectionately known, was a member of the Taurus Motorcycle Club in Rahway. He was an avid fisherman, CB operator and enjoyed shooting pool. He also coached a flag football team in Linden. William Wright departed this life on Monday, March 7, 2011 at VA New Jersey Health Care System – East Orange, New Jersey at the age of 64. He was predeceased by his father, Theodore Wright and mother, Martha Pinckney, a brother, Theodore Wright and a sister, Martha Jackson. He leaves to cherish fond memories, his wife, Cynthia Wright; two sons, Dwayne and Dennis Wright; a sister, Mary Singletary of Avenel, NJ; a brother, Robert Wright of New Bern, NC; ten grandchildren; two great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of William Wright. You are invited to add a Tribute in his memory. Please click "Sign Guestbook" below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences.