Orbie Wright

November 30th, 1960 - November 11th, 2016

“The living owe it to those who no longer can speak to tell their story for them.” ― Czesław Miłosz, The Issa Valley

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Arbria “Orbie” L. Wright passed away Friday November 11, 2016. Orbie was born November 30, 1960 in Wilmington, Delaware and became a long term resident of Newport News, Virginia. Orbie worked thirty years for NASA contractors NTF and Sierra Lobo. Prior to that he was employed with the Newport News Shipbuilding. Preceded in death by his father: Albert Wright. Survived by his mother: Georgia Andrews; sister: Alicia Holden, two children: Jamaal Wright and Eboni Vinson (Derek); nephew:Tommy Andrews, former spouse: Reba Wright along with a host of loving family members and friends. Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel in Newport News, VA in addition to a service in Delaware to be announced at a later date. Floral arrangements can be sent directly to the funeral home. Monetary donations to the family can be made online through https://www.youcaring.com/orbiewright-691266.

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Name Orbie Wright
Date of Birth November 30th, 1960
Date of Death November 11th, 2016
Home Town Wilmington, DE, US 
Other City Newport News, VA, US 
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Funeral Home Cooke Brothers Funeral Chapel 
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ParentsAlbert Wright, Georgia Andrews
SiblingsAlicia Holden
ChildrenEboni Vinson, Jamaal Wright
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1974 - 1978 Wilmington High School
1982 - 1986 Newport News Shipbuilding
1986 Sierra Lobo Inc.

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Shirley Dorsey Hicks published a tribute .

My heart can’t believe that you are no longer here. Although we have not seen each other since we walked across the stage at Wilmington High School in June of 1978. I always prayed that my classmate are living their lives to their full potential. Out of sight, but never from thought. May your take your rest, your work here on earth is completed. You are safe now, in our Master arms. My condolences to your children, mother and Reba Wright.

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Linette Jolley published a tribute .

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Vivian Collins published a tribute .

To the family Orb will be miss. Had lots of laugh's in W.H.S.. Family may God continue to bless and strengthening you at this difficult time. We love you Orb.R.I.P.

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Stephanie Cassidy published a tribute .

Sending my prayers of condolences to his family and friends. Orb was my brother's (James "Pick" Cassidy) brother from childhood. I remember his fun loving spirit. Every time I saw him he made me laugh. Peace & Blessing of comfort to all who love him.

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Allen Kilgore published a tribute .

Worked with Orbie for many years at NASA. A very talented designer. He will be missed. RIP.

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Leonard Wilkerson published a tribute .

He was a great guy with a great spirit
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John Meador published a tribute .

Will miss my brother from another mother! RIP friend.

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Andria Clark published a tribute .

Orbie, will truly be missed! I can recall the family time he shared with us at the Waterside Town point Park! Summer Breeze Jazz Festival! What a wonderful time he and Reba showed us! He took my children along will Jamaal & Ashley as if they were his on! Such, a beautiful person! So, for now m friend you rest on until we meet again. RIH

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Lynn Bobbitt published a tribute .

Orbie was a part of my life for the last 30 years. We shared a lot of laughs and giggles, fun, and good times. The loss of his friendship will leave a hole in my life. May you rest in peace now, Orbie.

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Tina Fields published a tribute .

I will truly miss my Brother-in-Law. He was smart, caring, artistic, and a very diligent and dedicated worker! Orb, you suffer no more. God bless you!

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