Vance Craig Wright

GLENS FALLS – Vance Craig Wright, 44, of Village Green Apts., went into the arms of the Lord on November 11, 2013, at his home.

Born on September 1, 1969 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Rosemary (Columbetti) Colvin and the late John Wright.

Vance attended Fort Edward High School and was a member of the New Life Baptist Church in Hudson Falls.  His church and faith were very important to him. 

He loved kids, animals and woodcarving.  Vance was the best son, father, brother and uncle you could ask for.   He would give the shirt off his back.   Vance was the most kind, loving person you would ever meet, always striking up a conversation with anyone he met.   He was known for being a terrific gentleman whose life centered around his children.

Besides his father, he was predeceased by his grandparents, Dominick and Esther Columbetti, Sr. and John and Dora Wright, his uncles, Dominick Columbetti, Jr., Charles  Wright, Clinton Wright and Bill Nims and his nephew, Adam Philip LaRoe, Jr.

Survivors include his mother, Rosemary Columbetti Colvin of Hudson Falls; his daughter, Heather Lee Wright; his children, Brandon Heywood, Christopher Heywood and Melissa Heywood; his siblings, Gene Colvin, Gina Olcott and her husband, Bob, Daniel Wright, Jason LaRoe and Adam LaRoe; his two best friends, Theo Lamarque and Eydie Putnam; and several aunts, uncles ,nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the New Life Baptist Church, 62 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will follow the calling hours at 6 p.m. on Friday, at the New Life Baptist Church, with Pastor Jon Hawkins, officiating.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to New Life Baptist Church, 62 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or your local animal shelter.

Arrangements are under the care of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

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9 Responses to Vance Craig Wright

  1. Mack Gordon/Nancy Derusha says:

    Vance was a wonderful person and was very caring. We are sorry to see him go so soon. He was our great friend, always kind to all. He would always call before coming over and ask if we needed anything, He always brought a chocolate bar if we didn’t anyway. That was just the way he was. He was a jokester we have many happy thoughts of the pranks he would pull on Mack. His life was short but loved by all who knew him. Heather is very lucky to have had a father like him, He loved her more than life itself.

    • jeffery steves says:

      i would liko juss say that im sry for the family loose on this trageticood passing i didnt know vance all that well but he was a great person to be around iand my prayers r with the family at this time rip vance u will forever missed my friend

  2. Jim & Helen Duell says:

    Our deepest condolences to all the family; We remember Vance from riding
    the Faith Bible Church bus years ago, we have many precious memories and we are so pleased that Vance found peace with God and was attending a good Bible believing church. May you all find comfort through the Lord Jesus Christ; family and friends during this most difficult time.
    The Duells

  3. Robert D. Norris says:

    I am deeply saddened for your family. My prayers go out to all.

  4. Dawn Doroski says:

    Rosemary, Gene, Gina, Adam, Jason and Danny…….I am so sorry for your loss. I remember growing up in FE with Vance and what a wonderful person he was. I honestly enjoyed all of your family, Rosemary…..If you or your family ever need anything that I can help you with, I am more than happy to do what I can for you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of need.

  5. christina wright says:

    i just wanted to say sorry i have called just figured thing have been very crazy and sad for all of you!! I remember the last time i seen him and what he said,one that he missed me being around and i was a really great person,he was a very kind man.also i was one of his best sister in-laws,(because he never had to deal with me. he was funny kind care for everyone but even more so for kids. we didn’t see each other very often , but it will take a great person to fill his shoes.it just makes you think you should be with the one you love and care about, as much as possible! sometime you need to let the thing that happened in the past should be let go if you really love that person.you never know when your last day will be i love you, Daniel Wright,Rosemary,Heather,Gean,Gene,Jason,and Adam. You Will Be Miss And Loved.

    Love Christina Wright

    • christina wright says:

      i just wanted to say sorry i haven’t called just figured thing have been very crazy and sad for all of you!! I remember the last time i seen him and what he said,one that he missed me being around and i was a really great person,he was a very kind man.also i was one of his best sister in-laws,(because he never had to deal with me. he was funny kind care for everyone but even more so for kids. we didn’t see each other very often , but it will take a great person to fill his shoes.it just makes you think you should be with the one you love and care about, as much as possible! sometime you need to let the thing that happened in the past should be let go if you really love that person.you never know when your last day will be i love you, Daniel Wright,Rosemary,Heather,Gean,Gene,Jason,and Adam. You Will Be Miss And Loved.

      Love Christina Wright

    • christina wright says:

      I’m so sorry Daniel Wright I know how much you love him,if you need anything you have my number, his daughter, Heather Lee Wright His awesome mother ,, Rosemary (Columbetti) Colvin,love you more then you’ll know!!!!!!

  6. Mikki Lyng says:

    I just wanted to say im sorry for the loss of Vance Craig Wright,He was such a great person,he always had a smile on his face,he was caring,kind,and he could turn someones frown upside down. I dont have enough words to explain why this happened so soon. I give all my thoughts and prayers to rosemary colvin,gina olcott,danny wright,adam laroe,jason laroe,gene colvin,his daughter heather wright, and all of his nieces and nephews.
    ~R.I.P. Vance Craig Wright~
    You will never be forgotton and you will always be in are hearts.
    We all love you and miss you