Jeremy Michael Wright

Jeremy M. Wright, 49, of Plainfield, died peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his friends and family on Wednesday November 1, 2023. He was born in Northampton on June 6, 1974, to the late Donna Wright. Raised by a single mother, Jeremy grew up in the projects of Northampton and Florence and had to learn to fight to survive, but deep down had a heart of gold that was always known by those who knew him best. When Jeremy met Kara in 2017, he was finally able to create the life he always dreamed of but never thought possible. He had a deep love of nature, loved working outdoors, and put in many hours creating the homestead of his and Kara’s dreams. He learned how to raise pigs and chickens and grew bountiful gardens. He was a hard worker and an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and foraging with his good friend Jim. He loved animals and children and had a special way with them that created deep connections and experiences that won’t be forgotten. None of this would have been possible without the love and support and acceptance of the McLatchy Family that welcomed Kara and Jeremy into their clan with open arms; where he became a beloved “uncle” to Parker, Jesse, Ryan, Emmy, and Blake, a brother to Paul, Kerri, Wendy, Meghan, and their spouses, and loved Paul Sr. and Leslie like a bonus set of parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Kara Kitchen and her parents Jack and Judy, that loved him like a son, his son Jay and his girlfriend Lucy, his daughter Sadie, his cousin Jill Carter and her husband Johnny Laing, and so many other friends who became family, especially in these last six years. Not to mention his beloved dog Tennessee Jed and his cat Mr. Charlie. He will be dearly missed by his “tour crew”: Subie, Tommy, and Chad. Besides his mother Donna Wright he was also predeceased by his best friend Derek O’Brien. Special thanks to his beloved friends who became caregivers as ALS ravaged his body, (robbing him of his ability to do the things he loved most and gave so much meaning to his life) Deedee, Brendan, Jim, Chris, and Kim. And to his VNA nurse RuthAnn, his hospice nurse Kim, and the amazing folks from ALSA and CCALS, that helped make this last year easier/more comfortable with the many resources and equipment they provided free of charge and with loads of compassion. There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 4-10 PM at the Burgy Bullets 12 Laurel Rd., Haydenville, MA. From 5-7 PM there will be delicious home cooked food served (and locally sourced from Jeremy's final homesteading efforts), 7-10 PM will be live music with Dead Collective. DROZDAL FUNERAL HOME of Northampton has been entrusted with his services. For more information, or to leave the family a personal condolence please visit Drozdalfuneralhome.com.

Jeremy Michael Wright

June 6, 1974 - November 1, 2023