Anthony Truman Wright, public transportation director
Anthony "Tony" Truman Wright, 81, of Falls Church, Va., and Rehoboth Beach, passed away peacefully in his sleep Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes.
Tony was born Feb. 13, 1943, in Washington, D.C., as the younger son of the late Robert Bruce Wright and Elizabeth Truman Wright. A member of the 1961 graduating class of George Mason High School, he was voted the best dressed in his class (though those who knew him after he retired might find this difficult to believe) and was a captain of the varsity football team. His senior year he played every minute of every game and was named the team MVP.
After graduating from high school, Tony pursued higher education at University of Oklahoma. During his time as a Sooner, he earned both his bachelor's degree in English and master's degree in urban planning.
Tony worked for Montgomery County, Md., as the director of operations for all public transportation. In addition to his work, he was passionate about his hometown of Falls Church. From 1988 to 1996, he was a member of the Planning Commission, serving as the vice chairman in 1995 and 1996. Additionally, he served on the Advisory Board of Recreation & Parks for six years.
Those who knew him best will remember him sitting diligently over the New York Times and Washington Post crossword puzzles daily. When he was not working out crossword clues, he could be found in his chair reading books on any number of subjects, though literary and political biographies were his favorite.
Tony is survived by his three children, Ellen M. McGuyer (Yell), Matthew T. Wright and Caitlin E. Wright; four grandchildren, Liam, Colin, Jack and Adina; his brother, Michael B. Wright (MaryKae); his devoted companion, Jo Bennett; and his beloved cat, Marlin Spike.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Rehoboth Art League, 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres, DE 19971.
Visit Anthony's Life Memorial webpage at parsellfuneralhomes.com.
