Reading, Stoneham, Melrose, Massachusetts
Of Reading formerly of Stoneham June 19, 2004 at the age of 19. Cherished son of Mark A. and Elizabeth A. "Betty" (Breen) Wilder. Devoted brother of Douglas M. Wilder of Reading. Loving grandson of Roger C. and Marion Wilder of Melrose and the late Jeremiah J. and Elizabeth V. Breen. Several loving aunts, uncles and cousins also survive Andrew. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday June 22 at 10 AM at the First Congregational Church, 25 Woburn St., Reading. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Visiting Hours Monday 2-4 & 7-9 at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home, 25 Sanborn St., (corner of Woburn St.) READING. Burial in Lakeside Cemetery, Wakefield. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Andrew's memory to Mission Possible C/O First Congregational Church, 25 Woburn St., Reading MA 01867. For info, directions and register book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com
Read MoreI graduated last year with Andrew and was a friendly acquaintance of his. My little brother is friends with his. I was shocked to hear of his death last week... to the Wilder family, my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.
Jess Lacey
June 27, 2004 | Reading, MA
Betty,
I remember when you were pregnant with Andrew. I reflect on the long "kid" discussions we had during drill weekends and annual training. I knew Andrew through your love of him. My thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult of times.
Fondly,
Randi Wallen
June 25, 2004
I am from Reading, I did not know your son Andrew. My daughter did. She and all of her friends were deeply distraught and saddened by this tragedy. They said he was a kind and decent boy, from a great family. I can't even comprehend the pain you all are going through. I am heartsick for all of you. Children are not supposed to go before there parents, it's all of our worst nightmares, and it could happen to anyone of us, a tragedy like this, anyone of us! My heart aches for you all, may god...
June 23, 2004 | Reading, MA
Mark,
I didn't know Andrew, but I know that he was raised in a warm and loving family. Its also clear from the eulogies that those who knew Andrew saw him as a kind and caring person. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Bud
Bud Melaragni
June 22, 2004 | Medford, MA
To the Wilder Family,
I never got to know Andrew well at all, but I am truly sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling right now, my thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP AW
June 21, 2004 | Reading, MA
Mark and Betty,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We never had the pleasure of meeting Andrew but from what we read, he touched a lot of people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.
Sandy, Cathy, Neil & Kevin Lenk
June 21, 2004 | Originally From Melrose, MA
~Wilder Family~
I went to church on Sunday hearing that Andrew had passed away. I prayed for your family and for Andrew to rest in peace. I am very sorry about your loss.
Leanne
June 21, 2004 | Reading, MA
Andrew, I love you so much and I cant belive this is really happening you were the nicest funniest kid I ever met. You were always so good to me and I will always remember you and love you forever!
Nichole
June 21, 2004 | Wakefield, MA
So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rick Wahlberg
June 21, 2004 | Cumberland, RI
