Wright, David Lee

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David Lee Wright, 69, of Pulaski, Va. passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, January 25, 2018 in the Pulaski Health and Rehab Center. He was born in Pulaski on April 2, 1948 and was the son of the late Henry R. and Marie C. Wright. He was also preceded in death by his loving son, Casey M. Wright; and by a sister, Donna Isabel Wright. David was a graduate of Pulaski High School and continued on in his education to receive an Electrician’s degree. He retired from Volvo Trucking. David served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of the VFW. In earlier years, he was a member of the Pulaski Moose Lodge. David enjoyed riding his Harley, football, hunting, fishing and a good game of pool, along with a passion for old TV and western movies. Surviving are brother Douglas A. Wright; sister and brother-in-law Dianne and Lynn Burris; daughter Jana; niece and nephews Kathleen E. Burris, Jonathan D. Burris, Joshua D. Clark; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; special family friends, Megan Harris, Hailey D. Payne, Jason Fowlkes. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Pulaski Health and Rehab Center for their support in David’s final days. Visitation will be held at Stevens Funeral Home on Saturday, January 27th, from 10 until 11 a.m. A graveside service will follow with military honors in Thornspring Cemetery, Pulaski Co. Arrangements by Stevens Funeral Home, Pulaski.