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Lawrence Wright Obituary

Lawrence Zane Wright , 84, of Mancos, died 4/23/2016 at his residence . Born 5/2/1931.

Services are under the direction of Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences, or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

A service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27 at at the Wright residence 42122 Road N.25 in Mancos. Memorial contributions may be made in Zane Wright's name to the Mancos Volunteer Fire Department.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Journal on Apr. 25, 2016.

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Billy Baikie

October 28, 2016

I am so sorry to find out about Zane. So may wonderful conversations about backhoes and good trucks! What a guy....... A guy I'll never forget.
Much love to all his family and friends.....

Sadie Rose Pace

May 27, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of Zane's passing. He was a wonderful man with a joyful personality. I will miss his smile and his hugs. Thinking of you all. Love

Joanie Bergstrom

May 13, 2016

I was saddened to hear of Zane's passing and have spent the day thinking of how wonderful he was. He always had a good time getting me when I was young and naive and those memories make me smile. Some of the best memories are of trips to Arkansas and SQUARE DANCING! Love you today and always Dale. Please keep in touch as this is how we can keep his memory alive. I miss him. (((((Hugs)))))

Pat & Robin ONeal

April 29, 2016

We are better people for having known Mr. Zane Wright. He always had a smile and a kind word. Much love to the family.

Kris Stewart

April 29, 2016

I am wishing Zane Godspeed on his new journey. I am wishing you, Dale, the soft warmth of loving friends and family and joyful memories of the good times.

Jackie Wright

April 28, 2016

I send you prayers and blessings. May you find peace and the abundance of love waiting for you. You are the father of the most wonderful man I was blessed with and loved. Pass on a hug from me and all the kids. We all have good memories of you zane and we have all sent prayers.

Blessed Be.

Chantell Barrios

April 28, 2016

Its been a long time since ive seen zane and dale, im am so sorry for this to happen and send much love to the family.as we all know its not easy to loose a loved one.may he rest in peace..

Sharon Reed

April 27, 2016

God Bless You, Zane. It was nice knowing you.

Rob & Deb Kennedy

April 27, 2016

Dale, We were saddened to hear of Zane's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Wishing you grace and peace, Rob & Deb Kennedy

Gary & Marilyn Gilbert

April 27, 2016

Wishing you comfort and peace. Zane will remain in our hearts forever.
Blessings to you Dale and your family. Love, Gary and Marilyn

Richard Borgerding

April 26, 2016

Dear Dale ,
I am so sorry !
I am just in shock! I was planning on stopping by and seeing both of you on my way home from Nebraska this coming summer .

I will miss old Zano! We shared so many ECFD memories together . My thoughts and prayers are with you ! Borgy

Jihn & Liz Trevithick

April 26, 2016

Dear Dale, We were shocked and saddened by the news of Zane's passing. Zane was one of the nicest men we have ever met. If you need anything, just call.

Bernadette Tuthill

April 26, 2016

Dear Dale, I am so sorry to hear about Zane. Please know that I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Randy & Linda Grogan

April 26, 2016

Rest now. We hope peace is yours.

Lynne Howarth

April 26, 2016

My dear Zane...you always made me smile, with that glint in your eye and mischievous grin on your face! You were the finest of men and made the world a better place for being in it. Love and peace to you my friend Dale and family...may you feel the warmth and love of so many wonderful memories--Love, Lynne

Mary OBrien

April 26, 2016

We have known Zane Wright for over 18 years. We first met him, and Dale, when they lived across the Jackson Lake Dam.

Zane was a great guy and good neighbor. He was always willing to lend anyone a hand. My husband Kerry and I will miss him.

Our deepest sympathy to Dale and her family.

Pam Coppinger

April 26, 2016

Dale and family, we were so saddened to learn of Zane's passing. Both of you are such special people. You have taught us how to treat others, always with smiles and kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Carrie Summers Baikie

April 26, 2016

Heaven got one more awesome man. My prayers go out to Dale and family.

Dolly Wallace Gardner

April 26, 2016

Dale, I'm so very sorry for Zane's passing. You two were so much fun, and I've been thinking of you quite a lot lately, and wondering how you were getting along. I wish there was something I could do to ease the pain. Hope you can find comfort in all your family and friends. Dolly

Emily Brown

April 26, 2016

Our families deepest condolences to Dale and close family & friends. Zane was just the brightest, most caring, helpful and happiest gentlemen. He was a pillar in Mancos, and always welcoming and happy to help anybody out. This little community lost a kind hearted soul, and that is a light that will be dimmed, not forgotten. Will never forget what close friends Zane was to my grandparents, Butch & Jane Johnston, nor to my parents Bill & Judy Countess. We are all very sad at his passing. Zane, you will forever be greatly missed.
John & Emily Brown and Bill & Judy Countess

Bill Dickerson

April 26, 2016

Someone once said that a man is defined by the friendships he makes and the help he gives to others along the path of life. Zane Wright. Now there was a man.

Michael & Ann Mola

April 26, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to Dale and family on your loss of Zane. We always enjoyed Zane's company. He will be missed but the memories will always be with you all.

Kimberly Lyons

April 26, 2016

So sorry to hear of my ex father in laws passing...He was always kind to me.R.I.P. Zane.

James Wright

April 26, 2016

Love you grandpa sad too see you go

Jean Adams

April 25, 2016

It's going to be hard to imagine a world without Zane Wright in it - a friend, along with Dale, for thirty years. He built us such a wonderful cabin, patiently took banjo lessons with me, buried my three horses, and leaves behind so many happy memories of our years together. All my love to Dale and his family. Wish we could have had just one more summer...

Walter & Ana Maria Kennedy

April 25, 2016

Our sympathies to Zane’s family. I always enjoyed our conversations, he was always fun to be around. He will be greatly missed in that beautiful valley.

Taylor Adams

April 25, 2016

I am so sorry and shocked to hear about Zane's passing. What a great guy and friend! 23 years ago I had fun working with him as we built my families cabin above Jackson Lake with my dad and longtime friend Sonny McDonald. At that time I got to know PAIC which stood for Pie and Ice Cream. That was Zane's favorite and was an excuse to go to town. Also, I remember Zane giving me rides on Casey the backhoe. Will miss seeing him every summer and having dinner with him at the Millwood in Mancos. My sympathy goes out to Dale, Otter, Gary and rest of the family.

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