Obituary of Michael "Mike" Dean Wright

Michael “Mike” Dean Wright 62, passed away in his home on May 10^th, 2023 in Pittsboro, N.C. due to complications from advanced staged Parkinson’s disease.

Mike was born on February 9^th, 1961 in Chapel Hill, N.C. to his parents Ronald and Jerri Wright. He attended Jordan High School in Durham, N.C. and later received his GED. He was a dedicated and loyal employee for 17 years as the dairy manager at Lowes Foods at Chatham Crossing  in Chapel Hill prior to his health issues in 2003 .

Mike had a great sense of humor, loved his rock music and had an extensive collection that he acquired over the years, and was most definitely a hardcore Carolina Tar Heel basketball fan. He had a kind and caring heart and would have helped anyone in need.

Mike is survived by his mother, Jerri Wright of Durham NC; his sister Paige Tingen (husband Dennis), his niece Taylor Tingen ( and great niece Lexie), aunts and uncles, many cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Ronald Wright and his nephew Dale Tingen.

There will be a service for Mike on Saturday May 13^th at 2:00 p.m. at Walker’s Funeral Home in Chapel Hill. Family will receive family and friends prior to the service from 1-2 at Walkers Funeral Home in Chapel Hill. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Disease Research at michaeljfox.org.

Walker’s Funeral Home in Chapel Hill will be assisting the family.