Charles Wayne Wright, 80, of Hackberry died Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Following honorable discharge, he traveled the world as a mechanic for Lockheed before returning to Hackberry to open Wright’s service station. After closing the service station, he worked for Acadian Ambulance for 12 years.

He served as member of the Hackberry Volunteer Fire Department for 43 years.

He was preceded by his wife, Effie Madeline Wright; parents, Bennett and Inez Wright; and four siblings.

A Celebration of Life service was held Thursday, Dec. 22, at the Hackberry Community Center under the direction of Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home with Celebrant, Jody Barrilleaux.