Betty Wright Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Betty M. Wright died peacefully in Pueblo on August 20, 2017 in Pueblo, Colorado at the age of 85. Betty is survived by her husband, Glenn Chester Wright; children, David (Mary Thai) Wright, of Garden City, Kansas, Darryl (Cheryl) Wright, of Pueblo, Colorado, Doug (Loye) Wright, of Pueblo, Colorado, and Dawn (Loren Risenhoover) Dickerson, of Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is also survived by grandchildren, Nick (Jessi) Wright, Brian (Brittany) Wright, Elizabeth Dickerson, Evan Wright, Annie Wright, Emma Wright, Hannah Risenhoover, and Nathan Risenhoover; and great-grandson, Wade Wright. Betty was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado and raised in Victor, Colorado. After graduating high school in 1950 she attended Barnes Business School. On August 21, 1954 she married the love of her life and they moved to Pueblo .Betty was accomplished at many mediums of needlework. She was actively involved with the VMCC (Vintage Motor Car Club of America) and served as treasurer for many years. Betty enjoyed traveling and being a “snow bird” after all the children left home. Betty will always be remembered for her quick wit. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00am, Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Roselawn Funeral Home ,1706 Roselawn Road, Pueblo, CO 81006 with a reception to follow at St. Joseph Church 1145 S. Aspen Road, Pueblo, CO 81006 (across from Roselawn Funeral Home). James Slack will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Betty’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to American Diabetes Association at P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215 or by calling

Betty Wright

June 10, 1932 - August 20, 2017