Philip F. Wrightson, 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 5, 2012, at his home in West Yarmouth.
His beloved wife of 57 years, Constance B. (Gelinas) Wrightson was by his side. He leaves six children, Philip F. Wrightson, Jr. and his wife Lorel of Uxbridge, Paul F. Wrightson and his wife Michele of Sterling; Theresa A. Wrightson of South Dennis, Diane Gregoire and her husband Paul of Jefferson, Christine Keene and her husband Daniel of Natick, and Caroline R. Wrightson Dunkerton and her husband Mark of Worcester; five grandchildren, Tara McCorkle, Laura Wrightson, Ryan Gregoire, Christian Wrightson, and Adam Gregoire; and three step-grandchildren, Neil, Eric, and Michael Ericson. Phil is also survived by sister-in-law Janet Gelinas Joy of Milton, WA and brother-in-law Norman Anyon of Sutton. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. Phil is predeceased by four brothers, George Wrightson, Jr., Edward, James and Robert Wrightson and two sisters, Phyllis Anyon and Ruth Carlson. He was born in Worcester, son of George F. and Teresa C. (Danahy) Wrightson.
A graduate of the former Commerce High School, he joined the Marine Corps in 1951 and served in the Korean War with the 1st Marine Division, 7th Marine Regiment until 1954. After discharge he attended Worcester Junior College and later worked for New England Telephone as an electronics technician. He retired in 1991 with 36 years of service. Phil was an avid reader, loved to cook, and most enjoyed being with his children and grandchildren. He was active in the American legion and Past Commander of Tatnuck Post 288. Phil was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be greatly missed.
A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, November 13, at 10:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church, 555 Pleasant St., Worcester. Burial will be private. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association , PO Box 417005, Boston, MA, 02241-7005. Rice Funeral Home, 300 Park Ave., Worcester is in care of arrangements.