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Wiley Wilson Obituary
Mr. Wilson was born November 24, 1926 at the family home to Della (Hatch) and Clarence E. Wilson. He was preceded in death by parents, Sisters Evelyn Roy, Reta Jacobs, Ruth Phillips, wife (Marie), and daughter Teresa Treanor, and son in law Ken Hamlin. Surviving are daughters Sandra Hamlin, St. Joseph, Missouri; Anita Bell (Leon), Tonganoxie; and Cynthia Glenn (Dave), Lecompton. He has 8 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Mr. Wilson served in World War II and was inducted and began his 2 ½ year military career at Camp Fannin, Tyler, Texas in 1945. His specialty was as an 81mm mortar crewman. Later in combat, he became known for his accuracy as a member of the 20th Infantry Regiment, 6th Division in the Philippine Islands and Korea. In Kwangju, Korea he guarded trains and prisoners while serving as a replacement military policeman.
After discharge, Mr. Wilson became a lineman for an electrical contractor travelling the state of Kansas. In Madison, Kansas he met and married Marie Muse on February 25, 1949. Returning to Lawrence, he worked 39 ½ years for Kansas Power and Light, currently Evergy, and retiring as a line foreman.
The family suggests memorials to the American Heart Association or to an organization of their choice, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260 Lawrence, KS 66046. Online condolences made at rumsey-yost.com.
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for Wiley Wilson
Donna Conway
September 24, 2023
We had the pleasure of meeting "Uncle Wiley" as everyone seemed to .call him, when we were invited by another family member to join the Wilson family for an Easter dinner, many years ago. From the first meeting he welcomed us and was so friendly always. He seemed to never meet a stranger and over the years there were other family events we enjoyed being part of and it was always a pleasure to be around him. He will be sorely missed after his long life that touched so many. Our condolences to all of the family in your loss. Donna and Peter Conway
George L. Catt
September 21, 2023
Anita and family: I was saddened to read about the passing of your father. I had enjoyed our visits when he came to our offices. He was a good man and I send my sincere condolences.
Angela Strum
September 19, 2023
I´m so sad to hear of Uncle Wiley´s passing. He was such a kind-hearted and sweet soul. Some of my happiest memories are of him playing guitar at the family sing alongs and playing bartender with him at family get togethers. He will be missed greatly. Sending big hugs to all the family
Theresa Noll-Thompson
September 19, 2023
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Theresa Noll-Thompson
September 19, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Wiley. He and Marie were like another set of grandparents to me. Loved his smile and he always had a good story to share. Here's a few images from the last KPL-Westar Reunion some of the guys got together for in 2021. He will be greatly missed. Sending thoughts and prayers for his family.
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