One more Ev story... I'll never, ever forget - nor cease to be grateful for - Ev and Joni's surprise invitation to take care of this lost soul when she was down! While I was attempting to plan a move back to MN from New Jersey after some very scary medical news, in the midst of trying to locate a place to live from afar...Joni and Ev happened to be in the area and came to visit. During breakfast at a nummy, local place in my little town of Red Bank, NJ, I returned from the restroom to find them absolutely glowing! I said, 'What's up?'. They said, 'We have an idea!!! Why don't you and the dogs (YES, two dogs!) come to stay with us back in Minnesota while you get settled? You can look for a place and take care of our house while we're in Destin!! It would be GREAT!" I was absolutely gobsmacked!!! And so I did. I SO loved being part of the amazing Wright clan for the time I was there! Two more generous, wonderful people you will never meet. I will miss you Ev. Buddy, Maggie and I are doing the Bapa dance in your honor. Much love, Sue
I love you guys so much! You are all so beautiful and the service today was so beautiful. Miss you Ev, God Bless you. Thank you for being so wonderful to all.
Dear Joni, girls and family,
You have set a new standard in how to live beautifully and die with grace. We love you so much; we enjoyed every moment ever spent with you two. We grieve with you, Dwayne and Bobbi
My sweet friends.
I am so sorry for the loss of the AMAZING Ev, but I am so lucky to have had the honor to be friends with Ev and your amazing family.
I love you all so much. Ev...you are a man that will be remembered ALWAYS, thought of ALWAYS and you will ALWAYS make me giggle and smile. You are so darn tough. Man you fought hard and even at times when I KNOW you did not feel good you ALWAYS had something funny to say. You are already so missed. Thank you for your family....honestly THANK YOU. God Bless You and THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THIS GREAT NATION.
Love that smiley guy! Will always remember his jolly laugh and big smile. :) Continued love and prayers and big hugs for you, Joni, and your whole family. xoxo
Ev was bigger than life it self. Always a kind smile and a good word to say. Not to mention his carpentry. Enjoy the times we had up at the river. Joni, the two you were always very welcoming. Thank you for your friendship. God bless, love Joanie and Al
So very sorry to hear that Ev has left this earth and his beautiful family , but what a battle he gave with such grace & endurance. May he rest in peace in his new home with our Lord & Savior. May God Bless you as you navigate this life without Ev, but knowing he will be smiling down on you always. Love, nona& keith