~ IN MEMORY ~
Military veteran, NWA Capt. Roger William Wright
October 15, 1938 ~ January 21, 2025
Roger joined Northwest Airlines 11-21-1966. He is survived by his wife Sharon, and by his
daughters and their families.
PCN memorial site :
https://www.wrightfuneral.com/obituaries/roger-wright
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/roger-wright-obituary?id=57343685
Roger Wright Obituary
Obituary by Wright Funeral Home and Cremation
Service - Moorhead
Roger William Wright passed away peacefully on
January 21, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his wife and five
daughters. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and steadfast man of faith,
Roger left an enduring legacy of love, service, and commitment.
Born to William and Hilda Wright on October 15,
1938, Roger grew up with a strong sense of family and responsibility. After
graduating high school, he attended St. Olaf College, where he excelled in his
studies, majoring in Biology and Chemistry and minoring in Religion. While
there, he also participated in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
(AFROTC), which set him on a path to a distinguished aviation career.
Roger received active duty orders to serve as a
pilot stationed in Big Spring, Texas. Before heading south, he married his high
school sweetheart, Sharon, beginning a lifelong partnership filled with love
and faith. Roger became a Master Flight Instructor in the T-33 and T-38 at Webb
Air Force Base. After five years of active duty, Roger and Sharon returned to
Fargo, ND. It was there that their family grew to include five cherished
daughters.
While in Fargo, Roger served in the Air National
Guard and even had special orders from the President to fly a Top Secret
mission in the F-89J.
After moving to Northfield, MN, Roger began a
nearly 30-year career with Northwest Airlines, where he was known for his
professionalism, skill, and dedication.
Beyond his professional achievements, Roger was
deeply committed to his Christian faith. He was an active and beloved member of
his church community, where he served in numerous leadership roles and
ministries. Whether teaching Sunday school, mentoring younger members, or
volunteering for missions, Roger’s life was a testament to his unwavering
belief in living out his faith through service to others.
In his later years, Roger and Sharon moved back to
a family farm in Ulen. Roger found immense joy in spending time with his
family, especially his grandchildren, who were the light of his life. His
gentle spirit, warm smile, and wise counsel will be dearly missed by all who
knew him.
Roger is survived by his wife, Sharon; his five
daughters—Teresa, Tamara, Tina, Twila, and Tanya; his 14 grandchildren; his 15
great-grandchildren; and countless friends and loved ones.
In lieu of flowers please donate to Maranatha Free
Lutheran Church Youth Ministry.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday,
February 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM with a visitation one hour before the service at
Maranatha Free Lutheran Church, Glyndon, MN.
Burial will be in Felton Cemetery, Felton, MN.
Roger was a great pilot to fly with. I was always happy to see him on my schedule. I know you will miss him dearly. 🙏🏻
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