Karleen S. Wright, 61, of Huntington, IN, died on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 11:26 a.m. at Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, IN.
Karleen was born on January 14, 1960, in Huntington, IN, to John E. and Mary L. (Weber) Wright. Her father preceded her in death on July 24, 2005. Her mother survives and resides in Huntington.
Karleen was with Pathfinder Services in Huntington and a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church. Karleen participated in Special Olympics in her early years. When she was growing up she always enjoyed traveling and watching her brother, Joe, at sporting events and of course eating popcorn while she was there.
Along with her mom she is survived by two brothers, Joseph E. (Susan) Wright, Findlay, Ohio, Samuel L. (Brenda) Wright, Huntington, IN; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service beginning at 1:00 p.m., at McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street Huntington, IN, with Rev. Ray Scribner officiating.
Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery, Marion, IN.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Pathfinder Services or to the Special Olympics in care of McElhaney-Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN, 46750.
McElhaney- Hart Funeral Home, 715 N. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN is entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to: www.mcelhaneyhartfuneralhome.com
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