James Robert “Bob” Wright
June 6, 1949 - April 30, 2024
James Robert “Bob” Wright, age 74, of Newark, DE, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
Born in Bloomsburg, PA on June 6, 1949, he was a son of the late John Leonard and Isabel (Redline) Wright. Bob proudly served our country as a part of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a driver for many years for Hillside Heating & Oil and the owner and operator of his successful All-Wright Mowing company.
Bob was known for his love of coffee and naps. He was the epitome of a family man. He often enjoyed racing quarter midgets with his son and buying candy for his grandchildren always brought him great joy too. More than anything else, he treasured quality time spent with his loved ones and the memories gained while doing so.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Suzanne Kay Wright and sister, Sylvia Jane Stahl. He is survived by children, Tabitha Lynne Heredia (Scott) and Michael G. Wright (Megan); grandchildren, Parker Wright, Matthew Shoemaker and Madisyn Wright; siblings; John Leonard Wright Jr, Tom Wright (Nancy), Teresa Porter, Jeff Wright (Rita) and Kay Oakes (Pat); and many nieces and nephews.
A committal service will begin at 10 am on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery chapel, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s memory to Faithful Friends, 165 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Tabitha
Dad, Thank you for best child hood ever. Thank you for dealing with my crazy teenage years. Thank you for working hard and always making sure Mom, Mike and I had every thing we needed. Thank you for your laughter and smart ass comments and for always saying what needed to be said even if we didn’t want to hear it. You were the greatest man, father, and grandfather I have ever known. You were “Dad” to many. ALWAYS working hard. It is now your time to rest. You will NEVER be forgotten!!! I love you!
Bill Jacckson
I am way past ‘Grief stricken”. I just learned about this on Thursday morning; after all the services. Bob and I had a very tight friendship for a very long time. I simply feel compelled to attempt to convey my condolences to his remaining family. Time and life took us on separate paths after the 1/4 midgets. We were lethal during those times with creative designs and equipment that helped us win countless races. I will never forget the day that Mike set the 1/2 midget track record at Blackbird that was never broken and finally retired. Mike started last in the feature and paced himself winning on the last lap. The people there lost their minds, emptied the stands and surrounded us at the scales to prove that he was legal. I don’t think that Bob could get the smile off of his face until the next day. My affection and bottomless respect for Bob will remain for the rest of my days. There must be a heaven because that is surely where he must be now with his angel Sue.
Parker Wright
The best grandfather any one could ever have! I’m so grateful for every thing you have done for me over the years. I will always remember the many many many trips to Dunkin with you and all the car shows we attended together. Rest easy pop pop I love you.
Scott Heredia
You are gone now well before your time
It doesn’t make any sense—
It has no reason nor ryhme.
Rare it is to find in-laws that actually get along
Rarer yet it is to find a gentleman who was so kind and so strong.
The many fond memories I have of you will never end
Words cannot express how much I miss my ‘’father’ and my best friend.
Denny & Devona Sieg
We are so very sorry, our condolences to all the family.
Melissa Ortwine Snyder
Sincere Sympathy for Bob’s entire family. Prayers from Cousin Melissa and husband Denny from Millville.
Catherine Price
Bob will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was very caring person and always willing to help anyone in need. He loved his family, classic cars & Dunkin Donuts. Every time I pass a DD, I know I will remember him. He will always be in my heart and memories will put a smile on my face.
Diane Frazier
Mr Wright came into my life 13 years ago he was one of my customers that became a very good friend very fast I will always remember you your stories you will always be in my thoughts and in my heart rest easy my friend until we meet again