Colonel Paul James Wright, Jr.

The United States of America lost a valiant war hero on February 16, 2011 when Colonel Paul James Wright Jr. (USAF Ret.) passed away in Beebe, Arkansas. Born January 21, 1933 in Dawson, Ala., Paul (Buddy) had resided in Beebe, Ark. for many years. He was well known in his adopted hometown and especially enjoyed his association with the local baseball team. Visitation is at Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe, Arkansas, Sunday, February 20, 6 to 8 p.m. www.westbrookfuneralhome.com.