Jonathan “Jon” Wright
Died: June 27, 2016 | Place:
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WRIGHT, Jonathan “Jon”…..
Unexpectedly as a result of a motor vehicle accident on Monday, June 27, 2016, Jonathan Wright of London in his 35th year. Beloved son of Don and the late Lily (MacGregor) Wright (2008). Loving brother of Angela Cribar (Stephen), Jennifer Eriksen (David), Matt Wright (Carolyne Alsop), Nick Wright, Michael Wright, and Katelyn Wright (Ryan Saunders). Proud uncle of Jackson, Stella, Alexandra, Charlotte, Samuel, Ben and Ally. Dearly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins, and loyal friends. Cremation will take place. The celebration of Jon’s life will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 1pm, at Calvary United Church, 290 Ridout Street South, London, ON N6C 3Z1. Private Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to Calvary United Church – Memorial Fund or Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area, 543 Ridout Street North, London ON N6A 2P8. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Jon, it’s often said when friends and those close pass, that we were fortunate to have known them and have been given the gift to cherish those memories despite the tragedy of the loss. I can honestly say this is a truth when I think about becoming your friend and the life long memories I forged with you there, I’ll miss you buddy.
Jon was a friend my son Francois Richard-Krafchek , and as a result I had the good fortune of being in Jon’s company several times. His sense of humor and cheery manner made him a pleasure to be with. My deepest sympathies go out to his family.
John Krafchek
This doesn’t even seem real… I will miss you so much, everyday until the day I die and we can be reunited. It’s just not fair. This is something I know I’ll never be able to deal with or get over. I’m so pissed off at the world right now I could scream til my lungs give out. Say hi to mom and save me a good seat up their somewhere, okay. And don’t forget to call it if you get up for a minute. 😉 I will miss that big Jon-Boy smile. I will miss everything about you brother. I don’t know if I always knew it, but you were perfect. I love you. I will miss you everyday. I just kept hoping you would pop in the door and this whole nightmare was just one big misunderstanding. Rest in Peace Jon-Boy. You deserved so, so much better. Fuck. Loving Brother, Nick, or Nixon. You would call me both. #Forever P.S. I’m getting some new ink asap with your name.
My condolences to Jon’s family. My heart goes out to you all.
I met Jon through badminton. He was a fun, sweet guy. I enjoyed hanging out with him outside of badminton, especially at karaoke nights. Rest in peace, Jono. You’ll be sorely missed by your badminton buddies.
This news is ridiculous, horrible and heartbreaking. Jon and I were Calvary Church friends since we were in diapers. Jon was my go to ‘get into mischief’ friend at Calvary. We used to skip out of Sunday school and run around the church in our bare feet and sneak the nursery school snacks. Calvary Family Camp was our favourite weekend each June to get as rambunctious as we wished. So many hearty and honest laughs with Jon. He was a hilarious guy, and I’m upset that I didn’t take up his offer to hang out with Elizabeth and him this past Christmas break in London. You will be sincerely missed, Jon. You were ultra fun.
We had the good fortune of being in Jon’s company several times when he visited our home in Kitchener with our grandson François Richard – Krafchek . Our deepest sympathy.
To Kate and the Wright family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Kate we love you and our hearts are grieving with you .
To Kate & Family
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
In the almost four years that I dated Jon not a day went by where we didn’t share a laugh. I truly loved every day we got to spend together and every adventure we had. I have many happy memories of him, and was devastated to hear that we lost such a kind and loving person. My family also had the pleasure of spending time and getting to know him and are also very sad to hear about this unfortunate accident. I was lucky to remain his friend through badminton and always smiled when he walked into the gym. My family and I express our deepest condolences to Jon’s entire family. I will miss him so much.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. So sorry for your loss. I miss Lily so much. God Bless you as you cope with another untimely death. Sorry I can’t attend on Saturday as we are out of town. If there is anything we can do please give us a call. 5196529092
Don – Ginger notified us about Jon’s death. Such a tragedy. We know all about sudden death like this. It is numbing and heart breaking. Hold your memories close.
The Barons
I didn’t know Jon that well because we were 2 years apart in school but he was in the same grade as my sister Heather and also at Arthur Stringer everyone knew everyone. I understand how difficult this loss is and my thoughts go out to the entire Wright family. The cliché phrase of time heals all I believe to be very true. The pain will subside but the love and the memories never go away. Hold onto the people you love and never stop remembering every moment with Jon. He will always be with you.
I’m so sorry for your loss
Jon and my son, Francois Richard-Krafchek , shared a friendship that began many years ago. I will always remember Jon’s great sense of humour, his thoughtfulness and his easy manner.
The sudden loss of Jon is a shock to us all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this sorrowful time.
I had the privilege of getting to know Jon through my boyfriend at the time, Francois. Jon was at my home many times and was always smiling and making light of any situation. He was the best friend that Francois could have wished for as he was always dependable, wise, and incredibly respectful. Although we didn’t keep in touch, he was often thought of as I would drive by Baker Street and I will always have a place in my heart for a truly genuine guy. My condolences to his family, I know how important all of you were to him by the way he would speak of you and the many stories he would tell. It is my wish that you take comfort in knowing how much of an impact he had on those he knew.
Don & family!
We were so shocked and saddened when we realized that the Jonathan Wright from the crash was your Jon. Don, you have our sincere sympathy and prayers. We are away camping and would like to have been there tomorrow but will look forward to seeing you on the diamond real soon. Phyl & Keith Johnston
Jon was a great person and a wonderful friend and will be missed deeply so sad to here about this
Our hearts are with the Wright Family today as you put your brother, Jon to rest. I remember when Jon visited Newfoundland last year and we had a lovely chat (and a little dance, of course) at the wedding reception. He was extemely sweet, kind, wise and had an absolutely charming sense of humour. It was not hard to tell he was a apart of such a beautiful and loving family. Sending much love and peace, forever in our memory.
We are all saddened by the loss of Jon. He was a wonderful driver for our company. Our condolences from all of us.
Many years have past since the camping trips we took with Jon at Calvary’s Youth Group, but he could always be counted on for his upbeat energy, willingness to help out (particularly youth, as evident by his work with big brothers), and ability to make the best of a bad situation. He will be missed. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
I am sorry to have missed Jon’s service this past weekend. His family lived just around the corner from us in Westminster Park. I remember him as a student at Laurier S.S. where I taught him and his brother Matt. My condolences to all of his family.