"I am literally JUST NOW learning of this due to an unanswered text. I am so, so sorry!!! Hard to believe but I was actually with her on the 11th, just days before her passing. It was the 1st time I had seen her since she lost her hair and her attitude was as positive and upbeat as ever! I knew there was a reason I was hesitant to reach out? My heart goes out to her son, daughter & parents. Sincerely, Christie-Ann"
In loving memory of
Lisa Anne Wright
February 25, 1978 - September 24, 2023
Lisa Anne Wright, 45, of Newport, RI, passed away on September 24, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on February 25, 1978, She was the daughter of Charles and Anne Wright.
Lisa was an active woman, enjoyed camping and travelling, especially trips to North Conway, New Hampshire, or walks at the Sachuest Point Wildlife Preserve in Middletown. She enjoyed a unique love of turtles, Yoda, and never missed a chance to go dancing and listening to music, especially Prince, Stevie Nicks, David Bowie, Joan Jett, Bob Marley as well as Tupak and Biggie Smalls. She was a warrior during her illness, but didn't let that get in the way of enjoying the world around her.
Her career as a hairdresser brought her in touch with many special people in her life, through work in several different salons, most recently at Ultra. She loved her career and the clients she met. Most recently she was continuing her education with additional coursework in HR training. Even during her illness, she continued to work at home with some of her longtime clients. Over the last holiday season, she cherished the special Christmas ornaments expressing love from friends and supporters around the world.
Lisa is survived by her her children Tyler Wright and Ava Wright of Newport, her parents Anne and Charles Wright of Newport, and her siblings Jen and Jeff Wright, as well as several dear cousins, aunts, and uncles.
Lisa is preceded in death by her grandparents Kay and John Dutra and Edith and Fred Wright, her uncle Joe Dutra, and cousins Donna Marques and Fred DeSilvia.
Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, Rhode Island. Funeral Service will follow at 12:30 PM in the Memorial Funeral Home. Friends and family are invited to write a message to Lisa and bring that with you as a private gift to her.
Donations in her memory may be made to the RI Cancer Center https://giving.lifespan.org/LCI , VNS Home and Hospice, 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871, or the Three Angels Fund, PO Box 4003, Middletown, RI 02842.
Online Tribute at www.memorialfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Rest in peace my beloved little sister, my thoughts and prayers will eternally be with you, from now and through the afterlife. Sadness is in my heart for our ?falling out? over three years ago. The reason why will forever remain a mystery and by denying me of any last words, will forever be unresolved. You once looked up to me as your hero, your big brother in the Air Force, traveling the globe. Lisa, I?m sorry to of let you down. I never stopped wanting to be a hero to you. -Jeff"
"Anne and Charles....I am deeply saddened at the loss of your dear Lisa. Hard to believe I knew her since she was a little girl when I used to hang out with Jennifer. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Heaven most certainly gained a beautiful angel "
"Anne and Charlie and family The thoughts of all the Lawrence family are forever with you and your family. Any one who knew Lisa knew how crazy she was but lovable crazy. She will forever be in our hearts. Caren and family"
"Caren Lawrence"
"I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Lisa. She was a wonderful person a great mother and friend. God bless her and her children "
"THE WORLD LOST A BEAUTIFUL SOUL REST IN PEACE"
"I regret not being able to attend the memorial for Lisa but I want to say what a beautiful person she was and she was a role model with her strength and positive attitude during her illness. She always had a big smile and Always made me feel like I was her best friend. I know she will be sadly missed by her children and her parents and all of you Lisa. She persevered through all her treatments as a strong and dedicated woman. Please accept my most sincere condolences."
"To MY DEAR FRIEND AND MENTOR AND SISTER. We are, who we are.. right! We were sisters though. We have had our ups and downs but our downs never out weighed our good. I love you so much Lisa. For your strength and energy. You affection and our laughs. You showed me how to perform on the salon floor. You was my first salon boss! You gave me so much advice with hair and you have always inspired me to stay in the business. You gave me SO MUCH confidence as a hairdresser but also as a person. We spent so much time together from Mama Annie's basement to west Evans to the corners of ranger rd. Before there was a handsome young man name Tyler or a beautiful Ava came into sight. I remember when your son came I was so happy for you. Like he was mine too. I loved help being able to take care of him woth you at the salon and your home. Then you had this little red head girl that I was so jealous of just because I wanted a red hair baby but I know you did too and that's what you got. Your children are a delight and you have done great with them and being by their sides. I command you for all you have done. Not for just being an amazing mom or my amazing mentor and friend, but THANK YOU for picking me to be apart of your life. Adella loves you too and I'm so happy you got to be an addition to my daughter's life as well. We are sisters forever no matter what and Tyler knows I will always be here if he needs me and I know he will let Ava know too. Family is what we are."
"Ann and Charlie and Tyler Ava I?m so sorry for your loss, Lisa was a beautiful person and hopefully she will live on through her children God bless all of you Sincerely Deborah Watkins "
"To Lisa?s Family, We were deeply saddened by Lisa?s passing. During her journey, she was always so upbeat and positive. Lisa was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. We are all very fortunate to have had Lisa in our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Love, Angela and Maria"
"Dear Lisa, In this tribute to you please know that in your death; and in knowing you in your life, you proved that there is kindness, compassion, caring, love, patience, generosity, and truth in a life. I will continue to strive for that in your memory. As I sit here to write this note there is a beautiful rainbow right outside the glass door. My friend, you will never be forgotten, and I will now see you in every rainbow. My deepest condolences to your family. "
"Dear Anne and Charlie, I am so sorry to hear about Lisa. I know from Experience how terrible this is for you. I am sorry I cannot be there for you tomorrow in person, but I will be there in my heart. I will be in touch soon. Love Debbie Cabeceiras "
"My heart aches every time I think of never seeing you and that bright smile of yours again. I?ve never met a more positive person with all that you were going through! My condolences to Tyler, Ava, Anne and Charlie? I will think of you every time I buy my chippi "
"I am profoundly saddened by the loss of my friend Lisa. We worked together when Lisa began her hairdressing career. Lisa was very talented very funny, very special to me. I wish to say how sorry I am to her children for their great loss and to her parents as well. I will miss you forever.??"
"Anne and family I am so sorry for your loss. Lisa was truly amazing person. She was amazing friend daughter mother I will miss her every day. We used to talk on the phone a lot and text. And it just doesn?t seem real to not be able to do that no more but she will be in our prayers every night. Love and prayers to you all."
"This was an absolute loss for many. Ava and Tyler, my thoughts and prayers are with you both. Your mom was the light of so many, she had the most infectious laugh. I am truly sorry for your loss. Lisa, may you rest easy my friend, the last time we talked, you asked me about coming up to NH and just spending the weekend with us. You now have endless visits to NH. Enjoy your endless trips, see the world, think of us all. Crystal "
"Lisa,
This truly doesn?t seem real. We just had soils about you wanting to visit Disney. We talked about meeting up and spending a day together. You are one true fighter and forever will be missed. Your infectious smile will forever be in our memories as well as that laugh. I know you are pain free now yet leaving the kids behind is what I know hurts the most. You were an amazing mother and friend. Your kids will simply be amazing because of who they had to show them the ways. Until we meet again. Hope you?re up there dancing at heavens gate. ????"
"My sympathies and prayers to Lisa's family during this difficult time. Lisa inspired so many as she went through her battle. She always smiled and had a quick laugh. Fly high and RIP Lisa. You will be missed."
"?May He who knows your sorrow bring peace, comfort, and healing to your soul.? ?Unknown"
"My condolences to Lisa's family, I grew up with Lisa went to camp, and was her kinny pig when she got her hairdressing license, Lisa will truly be missed. "
"Lisa I will always remember the times we shared from the sims st days, 0ur talks while you were doing my hair, the nights out dancing, to all the birthday parties. Your infectious laughter and always positive attitude was an inspiration to all you?ve met. Fly high my friend until we meet again. Love - Chris"
"I am so sorry your family has to bear the loss of beautiful, special, unique Lisa. Sending sympathy & much love to you all. ~Liz Walker Rosenthal"
"I want to offer my sincere and profound condolences to Lisa's children and parents. I was amazed at the grace and courage Lisa showed throughout her illness. She didn't feel sorry for herself and wouldn't allow anyone else to feel sorry for her she simply soldiered on. I was shocked when I heard she had passed as we were just talking 2 weeks ago. She told me about her wonderful trip to the Carolina's with her family. I knew the chemo had failed her and that she was starting supportive measures but everything just seemed to progress so quickly. Lisa was a good hearted, kind person with a wonderful laugh and sense of humor. I am glad she was my friend. I will miss her greatly. God bless all of you as you move forward. And if I can be of any help please just reach out. In sympathy and solidarity, Kate Wheeler"
"Lisa could always light up any room she walked into. She had the most beautiful smile! I'm very sorry for the family's loss. Please accept my condolences
Sherry"
"Lisa, Since the day we met , we clicked, you were an amazing hairdresser and I will never ever forget you. You were more than a hairdresser to me, you were my friend; that listened to me while I was in your chair; you looked into the positive of EVERYTHING! We laughed so much together, you stayed strong through so much, I felt so comfortable telling you personal things, everytime I go to NH I will think of you. Rest peacefully my friend; I will be in that golden chair again getting those golden highlights or darkening it up anytime I?m sad (joke with us) I?ll miss you so much Lisa as we all! My thoughts and prayers to her beautiful kids and family, Lisa you were one amazing person, say hi to Jen for me!"
"My deepest condolences to the family. Lisa was a very special person to me, and will be forever loved and missed??"
"Where do I begin? Lisa, I will miss your laughter and smile. Even in your darkest moments, you were a beacon of light. Your positivity was infectious. I thought we?d get more dinner dates as we had said, but time waits for no one. Whenever I make rice crispy treats, purchase a new plant, or see a baby Yoda, I will think of you and miss you. I?m so thankful for the memories. I wish that you had more time my friend. ?Blessed are the pure in heart, they shall see God.? "
"Sorry for loss my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family she fought hard she'll always be in our hearts "
"I came to know Lisa through her children when they attended school at Sandpipers Early Learning center in Middletown. Her children were the loves of her life. It was there that I also became friends with her parents, Charlie and Anne. She had the best village of people loving her and Tyler and Ava. We kept in touch through social media during the years. I loved watching her children grow knowing she was their biggest cheerleader. We messaged during her illness and I marveled at her positive outlook and determination. I can?t image this loss for her family. I think of you all often and will keep Lisa in my heart and you in my prayers. Love to Tyler, Ava, Charlie and Anne. "