Jay Winfield Wright

 Jay W. Wright – ‘Jay Bird’ 78 years old, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025 in Casper Wyoming surrounded by his loved ones. 

Jay was born in Rosco Texas to Doris and Rolond Nixon on July 15, 1946. Jay went to high school at Arvada high and graduated in 1964. He joined the United States Air Force, and was a sergeant inventory management specialist and spent time on the DMZ calling in airstrikes during the Vietnam War. He served 4 years in the Air Force before returning to Colorado and moving to Casper, Wyoming making it his home. 

Some of Jay’s hobbies involved racing motorcycles, golfing, spending time with his grandchildren and playing slots. Jay won many trophies, racing motorcycles and donated them to Nowcap. He also donated to many other charities. 

Jay is survived by his wife Grace Wright, Casper Wyoming. Stepchildren Kristy Rise, Michelle Sharp. Grandchildren Grace Aragon, Milo Aragon, Skyla Gonzales, Bonnalyn Carver, Abagail Carver; great grandchild Loomis Pearce and one the way. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister. 

Military Honors will be held at Oregon Trail Veterans Cemetery on Friday, January 24, 2025 at 1:30 pm. Please join us for a reception immediately following the service at Bustards Funeral Home, 600 CY Ave Casper WY 82601. 

The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions, 319 S Wilson, Casper WY 8260.