Birth date: Jan 31, 1939 Death date: Jul 29, 2011
Mr. Larry R. Wright, age 72, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday morning, July 29, 2011. He was born January 31, 1939 in Carson City, MI to Harold and Inez (Sutton) Wright. He had resided in the Muskegon area since 1991, movin Read Obituary
Jane and family: I was so saddened to learn of Larry's untimely death. I truly enjoyed our time together at Rotary, especially the year he was president. I also valued the insight he brought to the Disability Connection Board on which we both served. He was passionate about helping others, especially those often overlooked by society. We are all better for having known him!##imported-begin##Roger Morgenstern##imported-end##
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I remember Larry with great fondness during my association with him in Rotary District 6290. Larry worked diligently in all he undertook.##imported-begin##Deb Shaw##imported-end##
Jane,
I heard from Joni Rosen about Larry's unexpected death. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful guy that I was glad I got to know. My thoughts are with you.
Liz##imported-begin##Liz Winsche##imported-end##
re He said he wasn't sleeping well - up until 3 or 4 a.m. working at the computer - maybe to bed by 5 a.m., up at 10 a.m. to come to the YFCA.
He spoke so highly of his wife and family and so enjoyed the visits by individual familes so that each could ceive undivided attention while visiting.
He was so looking forward to going to Ireland again as it was on your "bucket list". Did he know something that we did't? Gone way too soon!
He often spoke of feeling so "lucky." For example, for his wife, for their home that they got for a good deal, for his last election to the MCC Board.
Perhaps if it has now already been done, it would be wise to forward the agenda he was working on at 3 in the morning to the MCC Board.
After going THROUGH the valley of the shadow of death, Larry will go right on helping and doing good for others. It's the "Wright" way and the only way he knows. He will be deeply missed - yes, even the jokes that he tells with a twinkle in his eyes.
May you all be comforted in knowing that all of our lives have been enriched because of our connection to Larry. It's hard to imagine class without him. He was not one to sneak in unnoticed.
Katy Neumann, friend from swim class and also on his email list for rental information about Myrtle Beach.##imported-begin##Katy Neumann##imported-end##
Sorry we couldn't be at the visitation and funeral in person, but are on a mini-vacation.
Larry was such a "class-act" and so good in so many ways. He is going to be sorely missed by his family, friends, and the community.
Jane, your loss is tremendous. May your many wonderful memories of your times together sustain you.
I'll miss Larry's jokes and bridge expertise and discussing Michigan football.##imported-begin##Duane and Sandy VandenHeuvel##imported-end##
Larry will be greatly missed at Muskegon Community College. He was always supportive and interested in education, especially international education and attended many events. We appreciate he service and cheerful support of the college. Katherine Tosa, German and History instructor and International Coordinator##imported-begin##Katherine Tosa##imported-end##
To Jane, Laura, Rob and all extended family memebers. We were all so saddened to hear of Larry's passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. We will treasure the memories of our time together both in Ireland and Muskegon. Will miss the emails and communication from the man himself. Our sincere condolences to all of you. Sending our love across the Atlantic##imported-begin##Veronica,John&Patrick O'Donovan, all the O'Leary family, County Cork, Ireland##imported-end##
May God continue to be with family members during these times. I will continue to pray for all.##imported-begin##Coach Ron Jenkins##imported-end##
Thank you for your years of service to Muskegon Community College and Muskegon county. You will be missed.
Regards,
Deb Howell
Life Science Instructor##imported-begin##Debra Howell##imported-end##
Larry will be missed in so many ways. Larry was on the board of directors of the DIsability Connection/West Michigan, which had not been mentioned in the Chronicle articles. His expertise and experience within the disability community helped everyone on the board understand the issues more fully. He praised us for what we did right, and helped us when we needed direction. He had a seasoned intellect and a charming manner. But he wasn't the "teller of bad jokes," as the Chronicle said, he was the "teller of REALLY bad jokes." He was a trusted friend, and will be missed.##imported-begin##Tom Grein##imported-end##
