Donald attended North East High School – later renamed MacArthur High School. After high school he served in the US Navy from 1956-1960 and then served in the US Navy Reserves from 1960-1963. He found joy in playing golf and even more joy in sharing stories of past golf games. Most notably, his hole-in-one at Landa Park Golf Course. Donald was a people person who loved to make others laugh by his humorous actions and commentaries. He found fulfillment and purpose working for H.E.B for the last 30 years up until the time of his death, where he formed many friendships with not only coworkers, but customers as well.
Prior to his death, Donald came to know our Lord Jesus Christ. It was his belief and faith in Christ that provided him peace, comfort, and support during his struggles.
Donald was preceded in death by his grandparents, father, mother and sister Beverly Eppard, as well as numerous aunts and uncles.
Donald is survived by his wife, Mayra Wright, daughter Darlene Wright, and grandson Wesley; his first wife Sadie Wright, daughters Tracy Patmor and her husband John and their two children Cassandra and Brittany; Rebecca Jackson and her two children, Ilyssa and Christopher; Kimberley Stelter and her husband Kevin and their two children Amanda and Dillon; and Donna Carraghan and her husband Steve and their two children Aubrey and Nathan. Donald is also survived by his twin brother Ronald Wright and his wife Pat and their children Jeffrey, Ronnie, and Lori as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Veteran Golfer’s Association in his name to promote continuous enrichment of the lives of veterans through the camaraderie and sportsmanship of golf.
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