Wright

Linda J. Wright, 79, of Butler, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter and cherished memories.

Born March 29, 1947, in Butler, she was the daughter of the late David Hemphill and Dorothy (Troutman) Hemphill. She graduated from Butler Area High School in 1965.

She is survived by her husband, Robert “Bob” Wright; two children, Steven (Jessica) Wright and Diana (Joseph) Skurka; three grandsons, Jack and Sam Skurka and Alec Wright; two sisters, Donna Slomers and Betty Lokhaiser; and a brother, Denny Hemphill.

She believed in FAMILY. Always putting everyone before herself. She treasured time spent with her grandchildren and her extended family. Everyone could always count on her as a source of support.

She believed in FRIENDS who were like family to her. She found joy in gathering around a table to build puzzles, play games and eat chocolate!

She believed in HOME. Finding contentment watching the view out her picture window and starting each day with a sweet tea and a little crocheting.

She believed “newer” wasn’t always better and loved to find a bargain. Her ability to navigate sales and uncover hidden treasures was legendary amongst family and friends. She was never buying for herself, she always had someone else in mind.

She believed in COURAGE. She showed this daily and often reminded us with her words, “today is a good day.”

We believe your greatest legacy is the impact you made on those you leave behind. Our lives are immeasurably better because of her. What a gift.

Her life was one well-lived. May we continue to love like she did.

WRIGHT — A private remembrance service for Linda J. Wright, who died Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, will be held by the family to honor her life and memory.

Arrangements were entrusted to THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

All who knew Linda are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to her unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.