Bill Wright

Bill Wright of Blenheim passed away on Tuesday August 2, 2016 at the age of 79 years. Bill was born in Chatham, son of the late Helen & Wilfrid Wright. He lived his life in Blenheim and while going to Blenheim District High School, he met his future wife Mary Ann Russchen with whom he celebrated 58 of marriage. Bill and Mary Ann are the proud parents of Susan Wright, Mike & Krista Wright and Todd & Jody Wright. And just when they thought it was perfect, their family grew to include their grandchildren (who Bill adored) Aiden and Keirin. Bill will be fondly remembered by his sisters Catherine Shaw (Bev) and Patricia Haskell (Doug), his sister in law Dorothy Wright (late Allison) and by his very special nephews and niece Mark, John, Jeff, Stephen and Karen.

Bill was just an all-round nice guy. He worked hard, he built his family a home and he loved his community. He was the “go to guy” of the neighbourhood if your lawnmower was broken….he could fix anything. After he retired from Navistar, he took up repairing clocks, big or small. He was the man behind the ongoing maintenance of the Town of Blenheim clock.

In his life, Bill wore many hats and he accomplished many things. He was an accomplished carpenter, he appreciated nature, he loved animals, he enjoyed a good game of cards and he could polka with the best of them.

But most of all, Bill Wright loved his family.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to the Blenheim Community Funeral Home on Thursday August 4, 2016 where visitation will begin at 3:00 and continue until 5:00 p.m. when eulogies will be given by family and friends.

Those wishing to remember Bill with a memorial donation are asked to consider the Heart & Stroke Foundation.