Mortimer, Wright J. 74, July 29th, loving husband of Joan (Spagnola), dear father of Wright (Nancy) and Pam (John, MD) Pryme of Beaver Dam, WI, fond grandfather, brother of William Guy Mortimer, uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m., from Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave., to St. Terrence Church, 4300 W. 119th Place, Alsip, IL. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Retired Lt. Col., Illinois National Guard, Battalion Commander 131st Infantry. 773-238-0075 or sign guestbook at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com
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6 Entries
Lynette Morgan
August 13, 2004
Our deepest sympathies to Joan, Wright, Nancy, Jacqueline, and Catherine. Your Dad always had a smile, and knowlege beyond most of us. I loved speaking with Mr. Mortimer at the BBQ's and boat trips. He will be missed by all who knew him. May time, memories, and prayer heal your sorrow. Lou & Lynette Morgan
CSM (RET) and MRS AL MALCHIODI
August 3, 2004
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF A OLD FRIEND , FROM THE 131INF. AND THE 33RD INF BDE.
Tammy & Jeff Haas
August 3, 2004
Our deepest sympathies to you, Aunt Joan, Wright John & Nancy, Pam & John, and all the grandkids...We have you all in our prayers. Sorry we could not make the trip. We are thinking of you!
Rhonda Malick Miller Insurance Agency
August 2, 2004
Dear Wright and Nancy: My mom and I were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
Sincerely, Rhonda & MaryAnn
Terri Keiran Miller Insurance
August 2, 2004
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.
Joe and Nancy Spiller
August 1, 2004
Dear Joan and family:
We are so very sorry for your loss,we always loved talking with Wright at the company parties. He always had so much knowledge to pass along. He shall be missed by all. Our Sympathy to you.
Love, Joe and Nancy Spiller
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