Robert "Rob" Newton Wright Sr.

Robert "Rob" Newton Wright, Sr., 84, of Crossett, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022.  He was born in El Dorado, Arkansas on October 27, 1938, to his parents, Francis Goodwin and Alvena Tucker Wright, and was a graduate of Magnolia High School.

After graduation, Rob earned a bachelor's degree in Geology from Southern State College and later an accounting degree from Tulane University.

Rob was the Chief Financial officer for Tri-State Mill Supply followed by many years as the plant controller for Georgia Pacific, all while owning and operating two garden centers, both in Crossett and Bastrop, LA, appropriately called "The Wright Place".  It was apparent that Rob's favorite hobby was work, even operating "Wright's Rabbit Ranch", were he raised 2,000 rabbits.

Whenever Rob wasn't working, he enjoyed playing with his dogs, watching Arkansas Razorback games, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Phillips Wright, one son, Francis Goodwin Wright, and best friend and buddy, his beloved dog, Midnight.

He leaves behind one daughter, Robin Wright Brumbelow (Danny) of Whitehouse, TX; and one son, Robert Wright, Jr. of Crossett; along with one brother, Joe B. Wright (Vicky) of West Monroe, LA; four grandchildren, Robert Aaron Wright (Tasha), Grace Anne Wright, Brock Goodwin Wright, and Mary Elizabeth Wright; two great-grandchildren, Eli and Addi; and a host of nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, December 8th, at Medders Funeral Home, 1564 Hwy 52 W, in Crossett, with Bro. Stuart Sherman officiating.

Visitation will be from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Rob's cremains will be laid to rest at a later date next to his wife, Shirley, and son, Francis, at Pinewood Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Ashley County Skilled Workcenter or Crossett Canine Rescue.

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