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Travis Wilson Obituary
Travis was born in Anchorage, Alaska on January 11, 1974 to Ann and Fredrick Wilson. He graduated from Palmer High School in 1992. He played many sports including football, wrestling, swimming, skiing, hockey, and baseball. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and gardening. He was in the Trooper's Explorer program during high school.
Travis attended the University of Alaska Fairbanks where on May 11th, 1997 he earned a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in History. He has worked on the North Slope, Palmer Carr's, Carr-Gottstein in Anchorage, Job Corps in Palmer, and as a Juvenile Justice Officer II at McLaughlin Youth Center in Anchorage. Travis really enjoyed volunteering at Bean's Cafe and the Brother Francis Shelter in his spare time and during the holidays. Travis was very smart, driven, and had a great sense of humor. He had a positive outlook, quick smile, and warm heart. Travis was a great son, brother, and uncle who will be sadly missed. Travis is preceded in death by his father Fredrick Wilson, grandmother Mary Wright, and grandparents Carl and Rosetta Wilson.
He is survived by his mother Ann (Arnce) Hogan, formerly of Palmer; his sister Tennille (Wilson) Bradstreet and brother-in-law Torrey Bradstreet of Palmer; his sister Tiffany (Arnce) Munn and brother-in-law Brad Munn of Anchorage; nieces and nephew Holly, Hannah, Travis, and Kaitlynn Bradstreet of Palmer, and niece Raegan Munn of Anchorage; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins in Arkansas, Alabama, Ireland and Scotland.
The celebration of life service is planned for May 11th at 1pm at St. Patricks Parish 2111 Muldoon Road.
The family asks in lieu of flowers that if anyone wishes to make a donation in Travis's memory that they do so to their favorite charity, Bean's Cafe, the Brother Francis' Shelter, Holy Family Cathedral or St. Patricks Parish in Anchorage, Alaska.
Arrangements are with Janssen's Evergreen Memorial Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Travis Wilson
Dana Norris
June 4, 2013
I met Travis in 2002 when I first moved back to Alaska. In true Travis fashion the way he introduced himself to me was hilarious and it won me over. We were very close for a long time and shared many details of our lives with each other, including our dreams and goals. He adored his family and was always quick to brag about his sisters. As the years went by we grew apart but we always managed to talk on our birthdays. We were both January babies and it was our chance to catch up with each other. I will truly miss him and I am so sorry for your loss. RIP my friend.. until we meet again!
Donna
June 1, 2013
May god be with you during this time. I'm in shock....Travis and I were friends, I moved from Anchorage and we kept in contact but slowly fell out of touch...I am so sorry, he spoke of his family often and only out of love. He will be missed
Gilles Le Guillou
May 13, 2013
Ann, Tennille and Tiffany,
Please accept our deepest and sincere condolences on the loss of your dearest, may the love of family and friends sustain you in these difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Caroline (Hogan) and Gilles, Ian and Paul Le Guillou, London, England
Lorri Knutson
May 11, 2013
I want you to know Ann, Tennille, & Tiffany that even though we don't talk often or rarely see each other, that I think of you each everyday and know you are hurting now, but it will get better. I enjoyed my talks with Travis and listening to him. He always ended with "Thanks for listening Sis, love you". You should be proud of who he was and what he accomplished in his short life. I, too, will miss him.
May 11, 2013
I only knew Travis in high school but I have thought of him many times since for one reason alone. Travis had heart. I wasn't a close friend but his example has stuck with me throughout the years and has been a motivation for me in times of doubt. God's speed Travis.
Rob Smith
May 11, 2013
My condolences to the family. I worked with Travis at MYC, and enjoyed our time at work and on the golf course.
Big Steve & Terri Meier
May 11, 2013
Travis carried a big smile. He was always nice to everyone.
May 10, 2013
It was a dear privaledge to get know Travis in the last few months. I am saddened of his departure but will meet again! Look over us dear Travis and know that you are loved and will be missed greatly!
May 10, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss and pray that God will grant you comfort as He holds your son in his arms now.
Patty and Richard Taylor
Sharon Vandenbergh
May 10, 2013
Thinking of you Ann.
May 9, 2013
At the darkest time in my life, Travis could always make me smile. Sometimes, a hug from him was the only thing that kept me above water. I pray for his family's loss, for it is great, but I know that Travis's sweet soul is free now from the pain his injuries brought him. I will miss you, you sweet man.
May 9, 2013
Ann,
Travis was always very sweet and kind every time I talked to him over the years. We're so sorry for you and Tennille and Tiffany, it is so hard to believe he is gone. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and let me know if you need anything. Give me a call sometime.
Love,
Duane, Debbie, Tara, and Logan
Amy & Frank Powers
May 9, 2013
Travis will always be remembered for the sweet, caring, smart person that he was.
Joanie & John Budgell
May 9, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to you, Tennille and Tiffany during this difficult time. Travis seems like he was a talented, caring young guy who will be sadly missed.
Lisa Williams
May 8, 2013
God picks the beautifullest flowers. Such a great guy. Condolences
Rebecca
May 7, 2013
I graduated with Travis from Palmer High, but first knew him when we both shared the same babysitter in Anchorage as kids (Mrs. Stewart). Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of such a nice guy.
Marie Hogan
May 7, 2013
Ann my heartfelt sympathy to you and the family at this very sad time for you. May Travis rest in peace now, his suffering ended.
Mickey Hogan
May 7, 2013
With my Deepest Sympathy Ann on your sad loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Tennille and Tiffany and their families.
Siobhan Hamid
May 7, 2013
Ann so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you Ann, Tennille and Tiffany. Travis is now at peace and is no longer suffering. Take care
Patrick Hogan
May 6, 2013
To Ann, Tennille and Tiffany,
Jennifer and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you. It was such a shock to hear the sad news. We hope that your memories of Travis will bring you comfort and peace as you deal with this sad loss. I can still vividly remember Travis being the life and sole of his visit to Ireland but especially the day in Bunratty Folk Park. He had such a buzz about him that it's hard to imagine he died so young. He will be sadly missed by you, his family and friends.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Patrick and Jennifer
May 6, 2013
I am so sorry. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Travis was my son's best friend and I will always have many good memories of how funny and sweet he was.
May 6, 2013
Ann, Matt and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diana
Bobby Nave
May 6, 2013
Travis was a great friend and my sympathies go out to his family.
Mike Graham
May 6, 2013
Travis you will be missed my friend the world is a leeser place with out you.
Peggy Marsh
May 5, 2013
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you Ann, Tiffany and Tenille. I know our Heavenly Father will be your comfort during this time of loss. Take strength knowing that one day we will all be reunited in His Glory.
Amy Powers
May 5, 2013
Frank and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers to Travis's family. He died too young and will be sadly missed.
Patti Lenhart
May 5, 2013
I will be eternally grateful to Travis. I had an adolescent daughter who Travis worked with while on an a ankle monitor. Although she continued to make really bad choices, he saw deep inside she was a good person. He set very firm boundaries and enforced them with unconditional love and support. Because Travis did not give up on her when everyone else had, my daughter is now a wonderful mother making positive choices for herself and children. My family would like to express their condolences to the Wilson family at this most difficult time. I am confident that Travis made THE difference in many other lives as well.
B. Gardner
May 5, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the Wilson family. May our loving Creator grant you guidance, strength and comfort during this difficult time. He invites us to approach him in prayer, to pour out our heart to him. (Psalm 62:8)
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