Jesse Bright

Jesse Lee Bright was born on July 11, 1990, in Springfield, Missouri, to Terry and Anita (Rippee) Bright. He departed this life suddenly on February 22, 2025.

He enjoyed an eventful life growing up in Ava, Missouri. Playing Poker, making music with his guitar, watching old movies, and bowling were among some of his favorite and varying activities. He was very family-orientated, even as a youngster. His family played in a bowling league together, during which they spent many hours enjoying each other's company. Jesse graduated from Ava Victory Academy.

After graduation, Jesse attended college and was united in marriage to Tailer Le Caruso in Hartville, Missouri. Three delightful children were born to this union: Jessie Elizabeth Bright, Wyatt Bright, and Maverick Bright. His family was his priority and he showed it through how he lived.

Providing for his family, he worked in a few different industries. He was a mechanic for Rick’s Automotive in Springfield for several years. Jesse had an affection for all things Halloween, so working at The Monster Corn Maze in Cabool for more than ten years was a pleasure for him. During his years of employment, he also drove a semi-truck for Heart of America and Severs. He enjoyed his work and being able to furnish his family with a living.

Jesse led a full and vibrant life with his extended family. They traveled and vacationed together at least once or twice a year. Some of the highlights from their experiences included a trip to Disneyland, the beach in California, and the Grand Canyon. Besides traveling, he spent his recreational time participating in drag racing, playing and listening to music, and watching movies.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Dunn, grandparents, Alice and Clayton Rippee, his nephew, Blake Bright, and his uncle Frank Dunn.

Jesse is survived by his parents, Terry and Anita Bright, three children, Jessie Elizabeth Bright, Wyatt Bright, and Maverick Bright, one brother, Travis Bright (Brittni) of Strafford, Missouri, and one grandmother, Rosalee Dunn of Springfield, Missouri, many nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and other family and friends who will miss him greatly.