Charles A. Wright

February 18, 1953 - August 4, 2017

WRIGHT, Charles “Charlie” A. – 64 Charlie A. Wright, 64, of Lafayette passed away on the morning of Friday, August 4, 2017 at his residence surrounded by loved ones. Born February 18, 1953 in Tilton, Illinois to the late Harley and Garnet (Sands) Wright. Charlie married Vivian Howard on September 4, 1981 in Lafayette, she survives. Professionally, Charlie started at General Foods where he worked for over 15 years. He then began working at Cargill as a Mill Loader for 25 years. Charlie enjoyed attending car shows, and he loved old cars. Most importantly, Charlie loved spending time with family and friends. In addition to his wife Vivian, he is survived by his two daughters, Tammy (husband: Christopher) McGrath of West Lafayette and Samantha Hunter of West Lafayette. Also surviving, are two sisters, Bonnie Brockman of Lafayette, and Janet (husband: Wayne) Crider of Lafayette, half-sister, Violet Johnson of Danville, IL, half-brother, Larry Wright of Ohio, 4 grandchildren, Brandon Clevenger, Destinee Phillips, Bryan McGrath, and Nicole McGrath, and 4 great grandchildren, Ella Clevenger, Conner Phillips Edison, Maverick Clevenger, and Lincoln Clevenger. Charlie is preceded in death by nine brothers, seven sisters, and his grandson Dylan Blake. Services will be held on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior at Simplicity Funeral Care with Rev. Kurt Kincanon officiating. In lieu of flowers, direct memorial contributions to Vivian Wright. Please share memories and condolences online at http://www.simplicity-funeralcare.com/.