of Manchester, MI, age 80, died suddenly Monday, February 27, 2017 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Chelsea. He was born January 4, 1937 in Petersburg, Michigan, the son of Leo Merle & Ida Annabelle (McKeever) Wright.
Larry was a member of Sharon United Methodist Church. He worked at Double A Products of Manchester from 1956 until 1989. Larry then worked for a year at W A Thomas of Chelsea, and worked from 1990 until his retirement in 2004 at Haldex Barnes in Statesville, NC. Larry enjoyed his Westerns, especially books by Louis L'Amour. He was known as “Dr. Gerotor” in North Carolina due to his understanding of the gerotor hydraulic pump.
On June 28, 1959, he married Anne Seegert and she survives. Other survivors include his children, LeAnna (John) Erskine of Manchester, Larry L. (Karen) Wright Jr. of Jackson, Lynette Wright of Brighton; two sisters, Mary Ellen Freeman of Saline and Joyce Merriman of Clark Lake; 5 grandchildren, Jacob (Kayla) Miller, Schyler (Tiffany) Erskine, Taylor Wright, Anthony Wright, Misty Erskine; and 4 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Saturday, March 4, 2:00 pm at Sharon United Methodist Church, Manchester, with Pastor Peter Harris officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday from 11:00 - 2:00 pm. A private burial was held at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Manchester on March 16, 2017. Memorial contributions may be made to Manchester Family Services, PO Box 471 Manchester, MI 48158. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.
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2017-03-04 10:40
From my family to yours: we are deeply saddened by your loss. I know he was a great man,and loving man. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
-Rebecca, Carrie, Nicki, Kim, and Dan.
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2017-03-02 17:19
Dear Leanna, John, & family of Larry L. Wright
I did not KNOW Mr. Wright but, I know his daughter, LeAnna and her husband John--they are part of my family. I am sorry for your loss and pray the Lord will surround your family with peace and love, give you comfort and strength as you go through this temporary separation. May you find joy in the knowledge you will be reunited through God's plan. Love you.
Aunt Jan
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2017-02-28 20:27
Dear Ann and Family, So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Jo Armentrout
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2017-02-28 15:37
He was an awesome and very intelligent man. His wisdom and integrity were second to none. It was a honor and privilege to know him and to work for him.
John Hochstetler
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2017-02-28 14:58
Larry, Karen, Taylor & Anthony,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad/grandpa. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God comfort you and help you through the loss. We love you all!
- Don & Corrina Ruthig