Charles M. Wright, 73, of Rolling Prairie, Ind., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.
He was born Dec. 13, 1947, in Gary, Ind., to Lewis and Eunice (Flaharty) Wright.
Charles retired from NIPSCO as a lineman after 37 years of service. He graduated from Merrillville High School in 1966, served in the United States Marine Corps, and was a member of Falcons Nest 564 and American Legion Post 83, both in La Porte, Ind.
On Oct. 25, 1969, Charles married Barbara Smith, who survives along with sons, Michael Wright of La Porte and Jeff (Ashley) Wright of Rolling Prairie; granddaughters, Macy and Maya; sister, Jean (Dan) Luchene of Conroe, Tex.; and brother, Del (Kathy) Wright of Willis, Tex.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Ron (Maureen) Wright.
Cremation has taken place. Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, La Porte, is handling arrangements.