Richard Owen Wright Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Owen Wright (Vergennes, Vermont), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 17, 2026 at the age of 90. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Owen Wright and Laura Mae Wright (Williams); his siblings, Roger, Douglas, Susan and George; and his grandson Richard.
He is survived by: his wife Mary McKinnon; his sisters, Bonnie Winfield and Patsy Harrington (Dan); his daughters, Lorrie Swartwout (Curt), Julie Wright-Procopio (Jim), Kelly McKinnon (Phil) and Macky Gaines (Scott); his grandchildren, Alexandria (Misha), Emily, Christopher, Brandon, Aaron and Chelsea; his great grandchildren, Monica, Maliah, Nora, Troy, Micah, Malachi and Luis; and his caregiver Katrina.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Dick's name may be made to the UVM Health Porter Medical Center Palliative Medicine Care Unit (Estuary Room), Vergennes Rotary Club or St. Peter's Catholic Church.
