Gary Richard Wilson, age 77, formerly of South Coffeyville, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at his home in Coffeyville, Kansas.  

 

Gary was born on November 25, 1946, in Coffeyville, Kansas to John and Maxine (McClure) Wilson.  Gary grew up in South Coffeyville where he schools in South Coffeyville and Lenapah, Oklahoma.  

 

Gary worked for Acme Foundry and Pressure Cast for most of his career until later years when he built fence with his best friend, Charlie Mansfield.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Gary was a member of the American Legion Post #20 and a big supporter of Donald Trump.  But most of all he loved the time he spent surrounded by his family and friends.

 

He leaves behind his loving wife, Billie O’Donnell-Wilson of the home, son, John Wilson, daughters, Tara (Mike) Patterson, Danielle O’Donnell (David Myers), Michele Gibson and Leah O’Donnell, stepsons, Jesse Wilson and Chris Hoggatt, sixteen grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a sister, Shirley Conger along with many extended family members and friends.  Gary was preceded in death by his parents, John and Maxine Wilson, sons, Gary, John and Caleb O’Donnell and by his brother, Jerry Wilson.  

 

Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville.  

 

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Convergence Church 906 S. Elm St. in Coffeyville.  Pastor Judy Mustain and Pastor Jimmy Harrington will officiate.  Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville.  

 

The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; these may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home 306 N. Cline Rd. Coffeyville, KS 67337.

 

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