Our dear father, Elling Lyman Wright, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, in

Springville, Utah. He lived a full life that included working hard while growing up on a farm in

Star Valley, attending school, serving in the U.S. Army, managing and owning Western-wear

retail stores, working in real estate, and enjoying a lifelong love of golf.

Elling was born on September 24, 1929, in Thayne, Wyoming, to Vernessa Penrose and Lyman

Wright. Elling graduated from Star Valley High School in 1947 and married his sweetheart, Lou

Jean Titensor, on March 23, 1951. He graduated from Utah State University in 1953, where he

studied agronomy, although growing a garden at home was not something he often did. He

received a commission in the U.S. Army and served in Germany, Korea, and other locations

throughout the United States. After leaving the military, Elling and Lou began working in

Western-wear retail in Wyoming. When he retired from retail, he devoted more time to real estate

and to working on the ranch north of Cody. In 1981, Elling and Lou began spending winters in

St. George, Utah, and summers in Star Valley, Wyoming, giving him plenty of time to perfect his

golf game and enjoy friends and family.

Golf was Elling's passion. He loved being on the course and had two holes-in-one. He played in

tournaments and formed many enduring friendships on the golf course. He played 18 holes

several times a week until he was 94.

Elling was known as a dear friend, a hard worker, and someone always willing to help others. He

was described as "always a gentleman." He served happily and diligently in many capacities in

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including as a bishop, high councilor, and

temple worker. But of all his callings, he may have loved being a home teacher most. Elling and

Lou also served a full-time mission in Toronto, Canada, and returned with many warm stories

about serving in the bitter cold of northern Canada.

Elling and Lou truly enjoyed each other's company. They were partners in their work, church

service, and family life. Elling was the proud father of Clair, Jody, and Ellie Lou. He treasured

his 10 grandchildren: Camille, Caroline, Scott, Tyler, Emilee, Kylee, Abby, Erin, Frank, and

Erik. He is also survived by 24 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

Elling cared deeply for his siblings: Dwayne, Fred, Jan, Richard, Terry, and Dale. Their time

together included sharing stories of growing up in Star Valley.

Elling will be remembered for his legacy of hard work, graciousness, gratitude, and generosity.