Retired Lt. Col. James Bryan Wright, 53, got into a “physical altercation” with his wife, Tracie Wright, one day into a week-long Royal Caribbean cruise headed to the Caribbean on May 26, according to a Miami Dade police report obtained by the Independent .
“Shortly after the altercation Mr. Wright exited the cabin at which point he made his way to Deck 5 where he entered a secure gated area and proceeded to jump off the ship,” the report said.
Wright’s obituary notes he was a “decorated veteran who honorably served his country for 30 years,” beginning in May 1988 when he enlisted in the South Carolina Air National Guard.
He served in many positions and “had the honor of presenting numerous Purple Hearts and other distinguished decorations to many heroes who served so selflessly to protect the freedoms we all enjoy,” according to the obituary.
Tributes left on his obituary page by former classmates and people who served with him called Wright “a wonderful human being” and “a good officer and good friend.”
“I am truly saddened by Bryan’s death. What a wonderful human being and just person. Bryan was so humble and always demonstrating compassion and understanding. I always enjoyed being in his presence,” one person wrote.
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