"I remember when my husband brought you over to the house for the first time. It was right after Desert Storm. He wrote letters and sent cassette tapes home about how life was there, talking about You and all his Marine brothers! How you could make everyone laugh and be a light amidst the chaos. It all made sense when I met you. You had me in stitches all the time from laughing so hard. ? Memories of you will live on in all of us? You will be greatly missed. Condolences to your family. I pray these wonderful memories of you will bring them peace and comfort. ?"
In loving memory of
Timothy H. Wright
October 20, 1970 - June 28, 2020
Timothy H. Wright, 49, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020. Tim was born on October 20, 1970, to Timothy Wright and Brenda Hulce. He attended Mississinewa High School and earned his diploma while in the Marines. Tim proudly served his country as a Marine from 1988-1992 and bravely fought in the Gulf War and Desert Storm. He was stationed in Somalia, Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Tim enjoyed attending Eastview Wesleyan Church. Since the Covid-19 Pandemic, Pastor Mark has been delivering his weekly sermons on DVD, and Tim looked forward to the day they were delivered. He also enjoyed being outdoors and liked to go fishing, hunting, and golfing. He loved to cook and grill out and was very talented at it. Tim was a hard-worker and put 110% in everything he did. He was a protector, very stubborn, had the biggest heart, and would give anyone the shirt off of his back if they needed it. Tim had a sense of humor like none other. He could bring a smile to the saddest persons face with ease. He loved his family more than anything, and being around his kids brought him the most joy. He considered all the kids in his life his kids, including the kids he coached in softball. And while he will greatly be missed on the field, he would tell all of you to go out there and get some!
Tim is survived by his longtime companion, Kari Sheets; mother and step-father, Brenda and Robert Hulce; father and step-mother, Timothy and Vickie Wright; son, Braiden (Breanna Sills) Wright; daughters, Karleigh Robison, Makenzi Buck, and Makhavin Wright; grandchildren, Mack Wright and Brinleigh Roberts; sisters, Kim (Steve) Hammond and Tammy (Kris) Witt; sisters-in-law, Brittany Sheets and Briana Southerland; brother-in-law, Dustin (Kyle Pennington) Sheets; brother-in-law and best friend, Nick Southerland; nieces, Jennifer, Kayla, and Kamryn; nephews, Timothy, Ronald, Noah, Joshuah, Jaxon, and Pierre; and special friends and mentors, Nate, Mike, Phil, and April.
He was preceded in death by his son, Kamden Wright.
Arrangements for Tim have been entrusted to the College Park Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 4601 South Western Avenue, Marion. Private services will be held for close friends and family. Burial will take place at Marion National Cemetery.
Contributions made in memory of Tim may be sent to the funeral home. Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com.
Tributes
"I am saddened by your passing, Tim. I knew you to be a good, caring, hard working man. I know you will be missed by all who knew you."
"I have many fond memories of Tim. He always had a smile on his face and was always the first to try to cheer someone up with his lighthearted humor.The fondest memory I have is from the pic of Tim leaning away from the Saudi Arabian soldier in the slide deck. We sat around a huge platter of rice with a full cooked goat with all its parts. Tim wanted no part of it and was making comments and daring others to eat the parts. One being the eyeballs. The Saudi soldier didnt understand English but he could see Tim wanted no part and grabbed the eyeball and tried to feed it to him. You can see Tims reaction in the photo. (Which I think I took with a disposable camera). Til Valhalla bro. Gone to soon. Semper Fi."
"Very sad to hear of my brother's passing on. To all who miss him hope, wellness, and love's embrace. He is missed and loved. He could always bring us to cheer."
"Its tragic to me that my uncle tim passed away he was kind, sweet, and caring he had his rough times but he was a nice person to be around he was also a hard worker in life it really sad to know he moved on somewhere happier than earth"
"Tim, I met you in FT. Thomas where I sought your guidance and help more than a handful of times with my healing. You where an absolute killer of who I am today. Till Valhalla Brother.DAEMON - USMVMC"
"My fondest memories of Tim were in Desert Storm. We were on the same Howitzer section together. Tim was always up to his typical shenanigans of the day and would make even the dreariest days melt away with laughter. Till Valhalla Warrior. Saepius Exertus, Semper Fidelis, Frater Infinitas. Rest in peace old friend."
"I met Tim at Utec, he was a nice guy, Im so sorry Kari and girls prayers for comfort and strength during this most difficult time huggs love you sweet girl "
"Soar high my friend."
"Kari there is nothing I can say to ease you and your familys pain but Im praying for you all and Im so sorry for your tremendous loss! Tim was a great man and impacted so many lives! It was impossible to be in a bad mood if Tim was around, because he was not going to stop until he got you smiling. The memory that keeps popping in my head is when he discovered the term on fleek. He will be greatly missed and please tell me if there is anything at all you guys need!"
"Tim was amazing with our girls Pink Crush 2019. He just had a way with them. He was an Amazing Coach, with a big heart, and great sense of humor. Our family was very saddened by his passing. We are praying for Kari, the girls and his entire family."
"Tim was the best neighbor! I will miss our yard mowing talks and your awesome advice! Such a great guy! Rest Easy my friend, we will miss you."
"Kari, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Tim was a 2nd cousin of mine, I can remember him and my cousin Heath giving me a hard time when I was little but they were both older than me and that was their job! Although we lost touch we reconnected some years back and you couldnt help but laugh when you were around Tim. He had a big heart and a giant sense of humor. My prayers go out to Brenda and all his family during this difficult time."
"Mak, I love you, sweet girl, and I'm thinking of you! ~Mrs. Hussong"
"I am so sorry to hear this . Tim always was so funny you couldnt be around him without laughter ."
"I met Tim when he hired in at UTEC. Ornery and funny and what a contagious smile! He was always a cut up and silly and always could make me laugh! Im shocked and truly saddened to read of his passing! Too young for sure! I loved the video! True depiction of Tim and the love he had for Kari and his family! Im just so very sorry for your loss. May he soar high and Rest In Peace!"
"Kari I am so sorry to hear about Tim. My heart and prayers go out to you and the kids. I know how much you loved and cared for him. He had a big heart. Again, I am so very sorry. Huge hug and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers."
"I am so very sorry for the loss of a wonderful person I will never forget all the funny jokes he always toldHe. Is the only person that ever called me a hunk of burning loveIt was a joke between usRest in peace Tim from your burning love Karen Warner "
"I was very saddened to hear of your passing. Ive pretty much known you my entire life. My childhood is filled with memories of you. I prayed to the Lord for you my friend. My deepest sympathies go out to your loved one's. Life is too short. Rest in peace my friend. God bless you."
"Sympathy & condolences from the Jack Himelick Family"
"Rest in peace, Devil Dog. Semper Fi "
"There are no words that come close to describing this loss of life. My sincere sympathies to Kari and the girls, as well as, to Mrs Hulce."
"I didn't know Tim well but we both were involved in coaching softball and I could see from day one he was passionate about doing what was best for the girls! Prayers for the family during this difficult time."
"Tim I got to know you when we moved in across the street and became friends instantly I am thankful for the times we had laughing and getting to know you and your family. Even on the worst days you could have me cracking up before I got out of my car after a days work. Thank you for your service and RIP my friend."