Joe Dale Wright, 72, of Howardwick, died Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, in Howardwick. There are no services scheduled at this time. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Pampa. Mr. Wright was born on February 5, 1941 in Muskogee, Oklahoma and attended schools there. After high school, Joe enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served three tours in Vietnam and retired as a Master Sergeant with 23 years of service. Joe was a proud military man who loved his country. Survivors include a son and two daughters.