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Thursday, January 23, 2025

NWA Capt. Roger William Wright

 

~ 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.

 

1 comment:

  1. 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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