Tipton Wright's Obituary
Tipton (Pete) Lee Wright, 66 of Longview, Texas passed from this life on April 18th, 2021. He was born on July 27th, 1954 in Navasota, TX to Tommy T. & Gene Lee (Scroggins) Wright.
Pete worked in the Pipeline industry for over 40 years making friends all across the country. He was nominated many times for being the “best dressed” on the line and never passed up a Western or Jewelry store! When he was not working, he loved fishing, camping, drinking coffee, and visiting with his many friends and family.
Pete was preceded in death by his parents Tommy T. & Gene Lee Wright, Sister Gloria Dyer, and Sister-in-law Jackie Brown. Pete is survived by his Wife Suzanne “Sissy” Wright and Daughter Jessilyn Wright of Longview, TX, Son, Caleb Wright and Wife Amanda of Kountze, TX. Siblings: Carolyn Masters & Husband, Buster Tommy G Wright, Sarah Shahan and husband Kenneth, Brother-in-law: Blake Bell and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and grandkids.
Visitation will be held at 12:30 Friday, April 23, 2021 at Rader Funeral Home with services to follow at 2pm. Online condolences may be left at ww.raderfh.com. Services will be Live streamed from his obituary page.
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