Richard S. Wright ’62

Richard S. Wright ’62 died on February 5 at home in Crosswicks, New Jersey, where he had lived for many years. Rich came to Dartmouth from William MacFarland High School in Bordentown, New Jersey, majored in history and was actively involved in football, rugby and the Dartmouth Outing Club. At the time of his 25th reunion Rich praised Dartmouth’s ability “to keep academics and sports in proper balance.” After graduation he went to work for Travelers Insurance Co., where he was employed for 31 years and from which he was retired at the time of his death. Throughout his life Rich balanced his professional work with a continuing interest—and participation—in sailing, soccer, softball and gardening. In addition he was actively involved in the community, where he was a member of many organizations and committees, including the Crosswicks Fire Department, the Chesterfield Historical Society and the Crosswicks Cemetery Association. He was also a trustee of the Old Yellow Meeting House and a member of the Crosswicks Friends Meeting. Rich was predeceased by his daughter, Sally. He is survived by Judy, his loving wife of 50 years, daughters Susan, Ellen and Amy ’90 and their husbands, plus six grandchildren.