Evan Berkley Wright
July 16, 1916 - June 09, 2013
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Evan Berkley Wright
July 16, 1916 - June 09, 2013
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Evan B. Wright
Evan Wright died on June 9, 2013 at 96 years of age. He was born on July 16, 1916 in Nooksack, WA to Nevil and Lola (Broyles) Wright. Evan graduated from Sumas Nooksack High School in 1934. With exception of 5 years in Arizona, he lived in the Everson, Lynden area. He worked for Kale Cannery and then went into the automotive field, working for Mades Motor, part owner of Everson Service Center and worked at Boundary Auto Parts until his retirement in 1993. Evan was a member of the Sunrise Baptist Church and was attending Grace Baptist Fellowship at the time of his death. He loved music, sang in the choirs, and made hundreds of telephone calls to wish friends and family Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary, or Merry Christmas.
Evan is survived by his wife Hazel (Pulley) of 72 years; daughter Claudia Robinson and husband Brian of Kennewick, Washington; son Randall and wife Margueritte of Everson, Washington; four grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. There will be a private family burial. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, June 15, at Sunrise Baptist Church at 2:00 PM. Memorial gifts may be given to Starfish ministries at 1706 Front St., Lynden, WA.
Farewell Tribute Information
A memorial service is planned for Saturday, June 15, at Sunrise Baptist Church at 2:00 PM. Donations Information
Memorial gifts may be given to Starfish ministries at 1706 Front St., Lynden, WA.
3 responses to Evan Berkley Wright
Ron & Alice Workentin says:
June 9, 2013
Dear Hazel…We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Evan. Both of you have always been an inspiration to us and always enjoyed visiting with you when we attended Sunrise Baptist Church. You both are such beautiful people inside & out. Hugs to you as you mourn the loss of your sweet hubby. Rejoicing with you as you celebrate Evan sitting with Jesus and singing in his choir. God Bless You.
Madeleine Lindsay says:
June 9, 2013
Dear Hazel and family, I am so saddened to hear of Evan’s passing but I have wonderful visions of him now being involved in Jim’s choir along with all of the others who have gone before him.
I cannot tell you how much we love you both. You were always there for us, you mentored us, you loved us and guided us with solid, wonderful advice. We had such a good time with you in Boston, memories I will never forget. You both have blessed our lives in ways you will never know and that I don’t have words to express. We are so blessed by your caring and your love. Thank our dear Lord that we will all be together once again, probably sooner than we think. God bless you and keep you in this time. I love you. Madeleine
Wayne and Mary Ann Sorenson says:
June 9, 2013
Hazel and family: Words cannot express our love for you and Evan, who we have always thought of as our mentors, examples and friends. We grieve with you, but rejoice knowing Evan was so ready to meet his Lord. Wayne was given “no fly” orders because of his leg, otherwise we would be with you….but, know we are thinking of you and praying for your entire family..