Texas Ranger and Sheriff Capt. Will L. Wright
(February 10, 1868 - March 7, 1942)
Marker Text: A fearless, colorful, cultured man whose honesty and diplomacy often prevented bloodshed. An 1890s Wilson County Deputy Sheriff. In Frontier Battalion, Texas Rangers. Sheriff, Wilson County, 1902-1917. At request of Texas Adjutant-General, he organized and commanded Co. D, Texas Rangers, 1918-1939. Gained great fame along Rio Grande.
Married Mary Ann Brown. Their seven children included two who became law officers. (1967)
Married Mary Ann Brown. Their seven children included two who became law officers. (1967)
Marker No: 5269
Grave Marker
Geographic: 29.057663, -98.446220
Location: 1 mile south of Floresville on SH 181.