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1922
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2013
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Richard Wilson Obituary
Richard was born in Mound City, MO on Jan. 20, 1922 to Chaunce & Bertha Wilson and was the oldest of 5 children. He was a decorated WWII Navy Veteran; having served in the Pacific & European Theaters. Richard owned & managed American Industrial Tool for over 40 years. He was "dad" & "grandpa" to many; having been a Scoutmaster, mentor & coach. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, golf, pool & traveling.
Richard was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, LeJeanne; a son, Jay & a sister, IdaLou. He is survived by two sons, Tom Wilson (Joan) of Lee's Summit, MO & Kevin Wilson (Jean McCabe) of KCMO; two grandsons, Jay & Brian; a great granddaughter, Sophie all of CA; a sister, Helen and two brothers, Chaunce & Morris.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be to Disabled Veterans of America or Good Samaritan Boys Ranch of Brighton, MO. Condolences to www.mcgilleysheil.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Wilson
June 28, 2013
We are so late in adding to Dick's Guest Book. He was such an enjoyable man to be with. We cared for him very much. Sorry we could not be there to celebrate his life.
Sharyn and Michael Pendergist
Kathryn Shut
April 15, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing and wish to send my love to you all in the Wilson family. Dick was a sweet man that always had a smile and kind things to say and I know that he will be very sorely missed.
Women do LOVE a man in uniform!
Annette Knipp-hornburgh
April 15, 2013
Uncle Dick taught me so much about courage, determination, love and humor. Simply one of the best men I will ever have the privilege to know and love.
Mary Harvey
April 15, 2013
Your parents were very special friends to me and to Ivanhoe UCC. You Dad touched so many lives with his kindness and smile. God be with you and your family at this time.
Sweet Hearts
Suzette and Dennis Whitegon
April 14, 2013
Dear Kevin and Tom, I wanted to let you know how much we cared for your Dad.
He was not just a husband, a father and a friend, he was a hero. A super star that comes by only once in a while. We are all blessed to have had the privilege of knowing your father. Take comfort in the love he had for his boys.
April 14, 2013
His many friends will miss him. Lindburg Building at JKV is saddened by Richards passing. Agreat friend and very much liked by all.
Donna Kidwell
Patty (Hoffman)Stone
April 14, 2013
We are sad to here of the passing of uncle Dick, our thoughts and prayers go out to all family and friends, he will be greatly missed by all.
Garry Wheeler
April 14, 2013
My sympathy to his family. We shall all miss Dick, especially me since he was my next-door neighbor in the Lindbergh apartments building, his smile, positive attitude and great conversations (especially those of his early life and WWI experiences) around the John Knox Village.
Georgeann Carbone
April 13, 2013
It was always exciting when Aunt Jean and Uncle Dick came to visit our house. We always knew that excitement was a brewing when they came. They came to our weddings they came for holidays, but most of all they gave all their love to us. I've known them all my life I am truly saddened that both my Aunt Jean and my Uncle Dick have passed. I know they are in heaven back together at last. They have and will remain in my heart forever.
Nancy Wilson
April 13, 2013
We were saddened to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather.
We have the deepest respect and admiration for Uncle Dick because of his contributions and sacrifices to our country. The world has lost another great American hero.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robert, Andrew and Anthony Wilson
I'm sorry for the loss of your father - a great American hero!
Nancy Wilson
April 13, 2013
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