Obituary for Elsie Alfred Wright
Elsie Alfred Wright passed away September 9, 2021, at Highland Ridge Nursing Home. Alfred was born March 22, 1927, to the late William “Tuck” Wright and Maude Goad Wright Sutphin. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife; Margaret Clark Wright; son Dwayne Wright; Two brothers, Donald Wright, and Leonard “Chesterfield” Wright.
Alfred is survived by one brother, Clarence Wright, of Kirkwood PA; and a special nephew that was more like a son, Tommy Craig. He is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, and family members who meant a lot to him.
He served his country in World War II, and later retired from Radford Arsenal Ammunition Plant. Aside from his military service, Alfred was a loving man with a big heart.
A special thank you to the staff of Highland Ridge Nursing home that has been his extended family the past few years. Also, to Stevens Funeral Home for all the help and support.
A graveside service with burial will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at 2:00PM at Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin, Virginia.
Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski, VA is serving the Wright family. Online condolences can be made through www.stevensfuneralhomepulaski.com
September 12, 2021 @ 12:46 pm
I met Mr. Wright at the nursing home where a friend of mine was. An interesting man to talk to. Mr. Wright your journey on Earth is over, you will now be a family again- with wife and son, Dwayne. God be with the family during this time.