Obituary of Gordon Wright

Peacefully at Parkwood Institute on Sunday, November 26, 2017, Gordon Ellis Wright of London in his 98th year. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn (nee Jones)(McBain). Father of the late Fred Wright (2001). Step-father of of Gary McBain, Sheryl Lynn Russell and Jeff Porter. Loving grandfather of many wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved him dearly. Forever in the hearts of many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by his brother Cook, sister Gladys and his parents Frederick & Bertha Wright. Gordon served his country in WWII and was a devoted member of the Royal Canadian engineers. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff of Parkwood Institute, Veteran’s Care for all their care and support. Friends will be received at Evans Funeral Home, 648 Hamilton Rd., London, Ontario (1 block east of Egerton St.), on Thursday, November 30, 2017 from 10-11 a.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Evans Chapel on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Dorchester Union Cemetery, Dorchester, Ontario. Those who wish to make a memorial donation are asked to consider St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, Veteran’s Care. Online condolences can be expressed at www.evansfh.ca Services: Service Date Thursday, November 30, 2017 Service Time 11:00 a.m. Service Location Evans Funeral Home, 648 Hamilton Road, London, Ontario Visitation Thursday, November 30, 2017 Visitation Time 10-11 a.m. Visitation Location Evans Funeral Home, 648 Hamilton Road, London, Ontario Burial Date Thursday, November 30, 2017 Burial Time Following Funeral Service Burial Location Dorchester Union Cemetery Requested Charity St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation, Veteran's Care