Thomas R. Bright, 76, of Haverhill Street, Rowley, husband of Mary L. (Morin) Bright, died Thursday August 12, 2010 in the Brighten of Medford Nursing Home, Medford,  following his long illness.

Born in Chelsea January 29, 1934 son of the late William C. and Bertha (Coyne) Bright. He was raised in Chelsea a graduate of Chelsea High School Class of 1951. Married in 1958 the Brights made their home in Everett. Entering the  U.S. Air Force he served the next four years in England. Upon his honorable discharge and return to Everett the Brights soon made their home in Rowley. Mr. Bright had been employed as a property manager for several Boston property owners throughout the years.

He was an avid Red Sox fan and  was a member of the Rowley V.F.W. Post #5707

In addition to his wife of fifty-two  years he is survived by a brother, Lawrence Bright of Saugus; a sister, Carole Galatis of Chelsea and several  nephews and nieces.

His funeral service with Military Honors will be held Monday August 16, 11 am graveside in the Main Street, Cemetery, Rowley. Family and friends are respectfully welcomed. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in his name may be made to  Rowley Council on Aging, P.O. Box  523, Rowley, MA 01969.