Obituaries

December 2, 1960 to February 9, 2025

MEDARYVILLE - Dennis A. Wilson, 64, of Medaryville, passed away peacefully Sunday, Feb. 9, at his home.

He was born Dec. 2, 1960 in Gary to the late Howard and Sandra (Crossman) Wilson.

Dennis Wilson

He is survived by:
Jackie Heckman, Life Partner
Brian Cox, Son
Amanda (Keith) Hammon, Daughter
Bradley Wilson, Son
Lisa (Jason) Goble, Daughter
17 Grandchildren
1 Great-Grandson
Robin Witt, Sister
Rhonda Ogiego, Sister
Dean Wilson, Brother
Several Nieces and Nephews
Vivian Wilson, Former Spouse

Preceded in death by:
Rachelle Wilson, Infant Daughter
Michael Wilson, Grandson
Danny Wilson, Brother
Anthony Herrera, Nephew

Mr. Wilson was a master carpenter who could build anything from the ground up and taught many others his craft. He had previously served as president of the Portage Jaycees. He had a green thumb, loved gardening, and was a collector of many things. Most of all, he was a loving dad and “pawpaw.”

A celebration of life event will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Medaryville.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Pulaski Animal Center.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.