Thomas Lee Wright
June 04, 2019
Thomas Lee Wright
Of Des Moines, Iowa
Thomas L. Wright, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Fleur Heights Care Center in Des Moines. He was born the son of Forest and Ilene Wright on November 22, 1940 in Des Moines, Iowa. Thomas proudly served his country in the US Army and was a member of the Elks. He worked for Yellow Freight as a truck driver for over 30 years.
Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Julie (Kirk Parker) Venn and Lisa Wright; mother of his children, Naomi Coppick; grandchildren, Christopher (Nicci) Truman, Nicole (Boone) Hutton, Tyler (Courtney Cox) Venn, Cole Potter and Bryce Raso; great-grandchildren, Ryan, Calan, Lyla Rose, Tabitha, Maddyson, Drake, Avery and Ellie; brothers, Billy Joe Wright and Floyd (Kathleen) Wright; and sister, Laura Wright.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Christine Wright; and brothers, Michael and Dennis Wright.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with Elks Rest to begin at 6:30 p.m., Friday, June 7, 2019 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines.
Memorials contributions are to be designated by the family.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Annie Williams
06/07/2019
I took care of Tom at Fleur. He always made me smile. He also talked me into becoming a doe
Michael Garrett
06/06/2019
Tom will be missed by many of his friends that he made over the years! He always had a smile, good word for everyone and it was very special to me whenever he teased me!
I always called him Tommy gun and he never missed giving me an answer back!
Happy Trails Tommy ??