John Robert Wright

John Robert Wright, 82, of Lubbock passed away on Friday, December 11, 2015 in Lubbock. Mr. Wright was born on August 23, 1933 to the late Thomas Raymond and Lucy Adine (Campbell) Wright in Walters, OK. He married Gayle (Hunt) on June 9, 1956 in Lubbock, TX. Services for Mr. Wright will be held on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in Sanders Memorial Chapel with Rev. Randy Holman officiating. Burial will follow in the City of Lubbock Cemetery under the personal care of Sander Funeral Home. A visitation will be held on Monday, December 14, 2015 from 5 until 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Wright’s life was filled with the joy of the Lord and love for his family. He was known for his strength of character, strong values and love of his country. He proudly served his county in the United States Marine Corp. during the Korean War. He was a true friend and never met a stranger. He believed in living everyday to the fullest, and always had a positive attitude. Mr. Wright was always willing to help his family and along with his tremendous strength of character he had a tender heart and was a true inspiration to all who knew and loved him. He retired from General Motors acceptance Corporation (GMAC) after 34 years of service. During his time with GMAC he was the General Mananger of Northeastern Brazil, General Manager of Southern Brazil, and the President of GMAC of Mexico He is preceded in death by his parents, and beloved father and mother-in law, Homer and Floyce Hunt, and three brothers, and two sisters. Those left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife; Gayle, son; Dr. Robert Eldon Wright and wife Carla, daughter; Shelley Wright Patterson Ed.D and husband Robert, and brother in-law; Robert L. Hunt and wife Audry. He was also blessed with four grandchildren; Jonathan Robert Lance and wife Tanya, Bennett John Wright, Jo Ruby Wright, and Maxwell Homer Wright. He also leaves behind one sister; Nelda Wright Hughes, one niece; Vicki Nutt, two great-nieces; Macy and Myca Nutt, and one great-grandson on the way from Jonathan and Tanya. The family suggests memorials be made to Vet Star, P.O. Box 2828 Lubbock, TX 79408, or to the favorite ministry of your choice.

John Robert Wright

August 8, 1933 - December 11, 2015