William "Bill" Elbert Wright Sr.

William "Bill" Elbert Wright Sr., 89, of Commiskey, Indiana passed away on October 19, 2026 at his home surrounded by his children. He was born on January 4, 1937 in Commiskey, Indiana , beloved son of Luchin and Margaret Emily (Coffman) Wright. Bills world travels took him to Junction City, Kentucky, where he found and married the love of his life, Helen Louise Lunsford Wright. Bill and Helen married on January 22, 1958 and had the following children; Pamela J. McIntosh(Herbert), David E. Wright, Bill Wright Jr.(Carla), Daniel E. Wright. Bill was self employed for 54 years and was a truck driver, worked in catering service and also was a funeral escort. He was a hard working person and very dedicated to his professions. Bill was also United States Navy veteran, whom served his country with pride. Bill and Helen loved spending time with their family, especially their grandchildren; Amber McIntosh White (Dan), Levi McIntosh(Heather), Luchin Wright, Darbi Wright, Gunnar Wright, Marla Wright, Bailey Wright, Jacob Wright; along with great grandchildren, Jaden White, Waylon White, Bill White, Emily White, Remington White and Kaden Wright. Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his loving wife, Helen Wright on March 13, 2026; son, David E. Wright; brothers, Charles, John, Marvin, Richard, Walter; sisters, Mary Wright McKinney and Kathy Wright Colley. Bill is survived by his children; Pamela J. McIntosh(Herbert), Bill Wright Jr.(Carla), Daniel E. Wright; a brother, Ernie Wright; sisters, Linda Wright Collie, Shirley Wright Ward along with five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

There will be a visitation held on Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 3-7pm at Collins Funeral Home. A Graveside Service will be held on October 23, 2026 at 1pm located at LMG West Cemetery in Louisville, KY with military honors.