Hal was born July 29, 1950, in Dallas, Texas, to Halton Savoy, Sr., and Billie Jean Cates Wright. He married Coletta Bolick on July 17, 1971, in Greenville, Texas. He was a retired letter carrier and of the Baptist faith.
Hal graduated from Greenville High School in 1968, was a member of the Lion Pride Band and Stage Band. He was an avid supporter of the Floor Show as a production assistant from 1990 until 2023. He also loved the Greenville Lions football team, holding season tickets for over 40 years. He was a Master Mason, a past Worshipful Master, and a member of the Caddo Mills Masonic Lodge #581 and was also a member of the Hella Shrine. He was a lifelong drummer who played with several country bands.
Hal is survived by his wife, Coletta Wright; son, Justin Wright and wife, Stacy; daughter, Tara Buchanan and husband, Justin (Buck); sister, Kim Horne; grandchildren, Kylie Wright, Aaralyn Wright, Jacee Buchanan and fiancé, Parker Hays, Jaden Holt and husband, Justin (Mikey), Jenna Diaz and husband, Jake, Jared Buchanan; and great-grandson, Chandler Hays.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jeanne Wright.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Caddo Mills Masonic Lodge #581 or Drug Free Greenville, 2411 Wesley St., #15, Greenville, Texas 75402.
Condolences(6)
Kita Cathey
Rockwall, TX Sunday, May 31, 2026 Colettta & Family, so very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. You all were blessed to have him in your lives for so long. Sending comfort & prayers…Kita Cathey
Jim and Elena Hardaway
Greenville, TX Thursday, May 28, 2026 Our deepest condolences and sympathy to the Wright family. Sending Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.Dan & Betty Jean Cooper
Greenville, TX Thursday, May 28, 2026 Dear Coletta & family:We are so sorry for the sudden loss of Hal. You are in our prayers now & in the coming days when Hal is deeply missed.
Dan & Betty Jean
Dan & Betty Jean Cooper
Greenville, TX Thursday, May 28, 2026 Dear Coletta & family:We are so sorry for the sudden loss of Hal. You are in our prayers now & in the coming days when Hal is deeply missed.
Dan & Betty Jean
Marilyn Stade
Carlsbad, NM Thursday, May 28, 2026 So very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Praying 🙏 for you all always.I Pray 🙏 that God will give you all Comfort and Peace in the coming days and always..Marilyn Stade
Carlsbad, NM Thursday, May 28, 2026 So very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Praying 🙏 for you all always.I Pray 🙏 that God will give you all Comfort and Peace in the coming days and always..