Dennis J. Wright, 49, of Philadelphia died on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at the Somerton Center Nursing Home in Philadelphia. Born in West Chester, he was the son of Edward D. and Dolores Stecvak Wright.

Mr. Wright was formerly employed as a journalist with the Phoenixville Reporter.

He is survived by a sister JoAnn Taylor of Parkesburg and two nieces.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. 

Memorial donations may be made directly to the Wilde Funeral Home to help defray his funeral expenses.