FARMINGTON - Philip Ashton Wright, 94, of Jay, passed away peacefully Friday morning, December 30, 2016 at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center, where he had resided for a brief time, having enjoyed living independently at his farm on the East Dixfield Road for many years.
Edward and Sarah (Wright) Wright welcomed him on October 7, 1922, born on the family farm in Jay.
He was a graduate of Jay High School and worked locally in the Wilton Woolen Mill, helped with local and state winter road maintenance, and later worked in construction for Blue Rock Industries. He was a self-employed logger and farmer.
He was a true Mainer who enjoyed working in the woods, hunting and watching his great-grandson, Randon Ashton Harris, diminish the woodchuck population - a skill he taught well. He had some comical experiences that are now cherished memories.
His greatest joys came from making music and spending time with his family. He was a devoted member of the Wright's Orchestra, played with the Down East Country Music Association, and was a wellknown fiddler.
He also knew the heartache of grieving the loss of his two daughters, Lorna Dale and Lois Medcoff.
He is loved by his granddaughters, Terri Harris and her husband, "Bucky", of Jay and Brenda Medcoff of East Dixfield; and two grandchildren, Heather and Randon Ashton Harris.
He was blessed with the helping hands and the food (goodies) brought and given by his friends, family, neighbors, nieces and nephews. He and his family were/are grateful for all of their assistance. A special thanks to Halstead Burhoe, Donald Wright, Marvin Storer and Bob Clough. We would also like to give special thanks to the nurses and staff at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center for taking such good care of our grandfather. He was full of smiles and really enjoyed all of their help.
Tributes and condolences may be shared on his memorial wall at: www.wilesrc.com, where his video tribute may also be viewed.
FUNERAL NOTICE
WRIGHT - Philip A., 94, of Jay, died Friday, December 30, 2016. Family and friends are invited to call at the WILES REMEMBRANCE CENTER, 308 Franklin Road, (Route 133) Jay, on Wednesday, January 4, from 3-5pm. Springtime graveside services will be held Monday morning May 8, 11am at the Birchland Cemetery, Route 17, North Jay. Winter entombment at the funeral home. Rememrance gifts may be given to either the Old Crow Indian Band c/o Lois King 1299 Franklin Road, Jay, ME 04239 or to the Kenneth Foster Regional Technology Center c/o Forestry Department 173 Seamon Road, Farmington, ME 04938
(LEWISTON SUN JOURNAL/
MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 2017)
Edward and Sarah (Wright) Wright welcomed him on October 7, 1922, born on the family farm in Jay.
He was a graduate of Jay High School and worked locally in the Wilton Woolen Mill, helped with local and state winter road maintenance, and later worked in construction for Blue Rock Industries. He was a self-employed logger and farmer.
He was a true Mainer who enjoyed working in the woods, hunting and watching his great-grandson, Randon Ashton Harris, diminish the woodchuck population - a skill he taught well. He had some comical experiences that are now cherished memories.
His greatest joys came from making music and spending time with his family. He was a devoted member of the Wright's Orchestra, played with the Down East Country Music Association, and was a wellknown fiddler.
He also knew the heartache of grieving the loss of his two daughters, Lorna Dale and Lois Medcoff.
He is loved by his granddaughters, Terri Harris and her husband, "Bucky", of Jay and Brenda Medcoff of East Dixfield; and two grandchildren, Heather and Randon Ashton Harris.
He was blessed with the helping hands and the food (goodies) brought and given by his friends, family, neighbors, nieces and nephews. He and his family were/are grateful for all of their assistance. A special thanks to Halstead Burhoe, Donald Wright, Marvin Storer and Bob Clough. We would also like to give special thanks to the nurses and staff at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center for taking such good care of our grandfather. He was full of smiles and really enjoyed all of their help.
Tributes and condolences may be shared on his memorial wall at: www.wilesrc.com, where his video tribute may also be viewed.
FUNERAL NOTICE
WRIGHT - Philip A., 94, of Jay, died Friday, December 30, 2016. Family and friends are invited to call at the WILES REMEMBRANCE CENTER, 308 Franklin Road, (Route 133) Jay, on Wednesday, January 4, from 3-5pm. Springtime graveside services will be held Monday morning May 8, 11am at the Birchland Cemetery, Route 17, North Jay. Winter entombment at the funeral home. Rememrance gifts may be given to either the Old Crow Indian Band c/o Lois King 1299 Franklin Road, Jay, ME 04239 or to the Kenneth Foster Regional Technology Center c/o Forestry Department 173 Seamon Road, Farmington, ME 04938
(LEWISTON SUN JOURNAL/
MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 2017)
FARMINGTON - Philip Ashton Wright, 94, of Jay, passed away peacefully Friday morning, December 30, 2016 at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center, where he had resided for a brief time, having enjoyed living independently at his farm on the East Dixfield Road for many years.
Edward and Sarah (Wright) Wright welcomed him on October 7, 1922, born on the family farm in Jay.
He was a graduate of Jay High School and worked locally in the Wilton Woolen Mill, helped with local and state winter road maintenance, and later worked in construction for Blue Rock Industries. He was a self-employed logger and farmer.
He was a true Mainer who enjoyed working in the woods, hunting and watching his great-grandson, Randon Ashton Harris, diminish the woodchuck population - a skill he taught well. He had some comical experiences that are now cherished memories.
His greatest joys came from making music and spending time with his family. He was a devoted member of the Wright's Orchestra, played with the Down East Country Music Association, and was a wellknown fiddler.
He also knew the heartache of grieving the loss of his two daughters, Lorna Dale and Lois Medcoff.
He is loved by his granddaughters, Terri Harris and her husband, "Bucky", of Jay and Brenda Medcoff of East Dixfield; and two grandchildren, Heather and Randon Ashton Harris.
He was blessed with the helping hands and the food (goodies) brought and given by his friends, family, neighbors, nieces and nephews. He and his family were/are grateful for all of their assistance. A special thanks to Halstead Burhoe, Donald Wright, Marvin Storer and Bob Clough. We would also like to give special thanks to the nurses and staff at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center for taking such good care of our grandfather. He was full of smiles and really enjoyed all of their help.
Tributes and condolences may be shared on his memorial wall at: www.wilesrc.com, where his video tribute may also be viewed.
FUNERAL NOTICE
WRIGHT - Philip A., 94, of Jay, died Friday, December 30, 2016. Family and friends are invited to call at the WILES REMEMBRANCE CENTER, 308 Franklin Road, (Route 133) Jay, on Wednesday, January 4, from 3-5pm. Springtime graveside services will be held Monday morning May 8, 11am at the Birchland Cemetery, Route 17, North Jay. Winter entombment at the funeral home. Rememrance gifts may be given to either the Old Crow Indian Band c/o Lois King 1299 Franklin Road, Jay, ME 04239 or to the Kenneth Foster Regional Technology Center c/o Forestry Department 173 Seamon Road, Farmington, ME 04938
(LEWISTON SUN JOURNAL/
MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 2017)
Edward and Sarah (Wright) Wright welcomed him on October 7, 1922, born on the family farm in Jay.
He was a graduate of Jay High School and worked locally in the Wilton Woolen Mill, helped with local and state winter road maintenance, and later worked in construction for Blue Rock Industries. He was a self-employed logger and farmer.
He was a true Mainer who enjoyed working in the woods, hunting and watching his great-grandson, Randon Ashton Harris, diminish the woodchuck population - a skill he taught well. He had some comical experiences that are now cherished memories.
His greatest joys came from making music and spending time with his family. He was a devoted member of the Wright's Orchestra, played with the Down East Country Music Association, and was a wellknown fiddler.
He also knew the heartache of grieving the loss of his two daughters, Lorna Dale and Lois Medcoff.
He is loved by his granddaughters, Terri Harris and her husband, "Bucky", of Jay and Brenda Medcoff of East Dixfield; and two grandchildren, Heather and Randon Ashton Harris.
He was blessed with the helping hands and the food (goodies) brought and given by his friends, family, neighbors, nieces and nephews. He and his family were/are grateful for all of their assistance. A special thanks to Halstead Burhoe, Donald Wright, Marvin Storer and Bob Clough. We would also like to give special thanks to the nurses and staff at Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center for taking such good care of our grandfather. He was full of smiles and really enjoyed all of their help.
Tributes and condolences may be shared on his memorial wall at: www.wilesrc.com, where his video tribute may also be viewed.
FUNERAL NOTICE
WRIGHT - Philip A., 94, of Jay, died Friday, December 30, 2016. Family and friends are invited to call at the WILES REMEMBRANCE CENTER, 308 Franklin Road, (Route 133) Jay, on Wednesday, January 4, from 3-5pm. Springtime graveside services will be held Monday morning May 8, 11am at the Birchland Cemetery, Route 17, North Jay. Winter entombment at the funeral home. Rememrance gifts may be given to either the Old Crow Indian Band c/o Lois King 1299 Franklin Road, Jay, ME 04239 or to the Kenneth Foster Regional Technology Center c/o Forestry Department 173 Seamon Road, Farmington, ME 04938
(LEWISTON SUN JOURNAL/
MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 2017)
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