Kenneth Russell Wright (Ken) passed away on July 5, 2020 in Winnemucca, Nevada at the age of 80 years old.
Ken was born on March 15, 1940 in Modesto, California to Donald and Agnes Wright. He grew up with his 5 siblings: Sharon, Donna, Michael, Roberta, and Rita.
Ken served in the United States Navy from 1957 to 1959. Ken moved to Winnemucca in 1995 and has been here ever since.
He worked for the TA in Mill City as well as Jim Delaney Gravel Pit in Winnemucca and Norm Sweeney Gravel Pit in Winnemucca. He very much enjoyed his work as a Diesel Mechanic.
Ken enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren watching SpongeBob, collecting Knick-knacks, and working in his shop. One of his favorite loves was his truck, Lucille.
Ken is survived by several children, grandchildren and great - grandchildren as well as his sisters: Sharon Rodgers, Donna McElroy and Roberta Rife.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Agnes, brother, Michael Wright, and sister Rita Taylor.
His family would like to thank Quail Corner, Cory and all the ladies there. Thank you for everything you did for Ken.
Please call 775-304-3056 for information about when and where services will be. The family requests no flowers.
