John Wright

John D. “BJ” Wright, 47, Pierceton, formerly of Milford, passed away as a result of an automobile accident in Tennessee on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018.

He was born Dec. 18, 1970, in Goshen, to David “Moe” and Luz “Kim” (Soto Torres) Wright.

BJ was well known in the area and was often seen riding his Harley. He loved his two daughters, Tonya and Tae, very much. He was very outgoing and enjoyed socializing with friends, going to concerts and traveling.

He is survived by two daughters, Tonya (boyfriend Kevin), Ohio, and Tae (fiancé Corey), Florida; his partner in life, Lisa Rhodes; and his parents, Moe and Kim, Milford. He is also survived by a sister, Gina Vuittonet (partner Jeff “Squeak” Sorensen), Milford; a nephew, Austin Vuittonet, Texas, and his ex-wife Vicki (Peyton) Shaw.

He was preceded in death by two nephews, Brock Vuittonet and Tony Vuittonet; maternal grandparents, Manuel Soto and Providencia Torres; and paternal grandparents, Eunice and Ulysses Wright.

According to his wishes, services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.