Wayne Wright

July 25, 1938 – December 3, 2024

Wayne Eugene Wright, 86, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away on December 3, 2024. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Wayne was known for his warm heart and devotion to his family and friends.

Wayne was the beloved husband of Sondra L. Wright for 23 years and the cherished father of Lois T. (Jimmy) Wright and Wayne L. (Angie) Wright. He is also survived by his stepdaughters, Teri (Cleo) McWhorter and Holli (Jeffrey) Peters; grandchildren, Jessica (Jerrod) Elchinger, Audrey (Riley) White, Ashley Wright, Wayne A. Wright, Ember Wright, John (Renee) Carr Jr., Lauren N. (Brad) Ramsburg, and Jensen Griffith; as well as great-grandchildren Elijah, Asher, Brayden, Landon, Cayden, and Camden. Wayne is also remembered fondly by his many dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 41 years, Martha Wright; his brother, Tom Wright; his stepson, Pace Brison; and his parents, Wayne K. and June (Rigby) Wright.

Wayne was a proud graduate of Holy Family High School, Class of 1956, and served as a veteran in the 101st Airborne. He retired from ABF Trucking and was a longtime member of the GWRRA Chapter B3 motorcycle club. A dedicated member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Wayne was also a lifetime member of the church and was deeply involved in its community.

Visitation will be held on Monday, December 16, 2024, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Schoedinger Grove City 4242 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123, with a Rosary service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Family Catholic Church 584 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215 at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Followed by burial at Concord Cemetery 6244 Hoover RD, Grove City, OH, 43123 at 12 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital in Wayne's honor.

Wayne will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His legacy of love, kindness, and service will continue to inspire those who were fortunate to call him family and friend.