Victor Devon Wilson age 70 passed away December 27th 2016 in Mesa Arizona. Born May 23rd 1946 in McNary, Arizona. Son of Russell Guy Colbath and Nola Brown. Raised by his grandparents Jess Pruitt Brown and Blanch Johnson Brown in Lakeside Arizona. High School Graduate of Blue Ridge in Lakeside, Arizona. Also known as the Olympian (held the AZ class C Discus record for over 40 years)and still maintains the state shot put record. He was an outstanding athlete in track & field, football, basketball, and baseball. Called to a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saint Mission to Brazil in 1965 and then transferred to the London Hyde Park England mission where he served faithfully for two years. Adopted by his step-father Woodrow H. Wilson. Attended Mesa Community College for two years, and graduated from beauty school. Victor met Janiece Ann Johnson in December of 1970 and were sealed in July 16, 1971 in the Mesa, AZ temple, and married for 45 years. Victor became an accomplished florist while serving as the Vice President of Watson's Flowers in Mesa, AZ for 29 years. He devoted years of service to the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with a smile and was always willing to serve others. He lead and touched many youth as a mentor within the church and community, as he set a Christ-like example. As a faithful priesthood holder, he loved his Heavenly Father, wife, family, friends, and community. He not only was appreciative of nature, but was respectful and grateful to be on this Earth. He set an example to his children to love and respect life, animals, nature, and to love their Lord. Victor was often found dancing, singing, and uplifting others through his love of music. The many talents he held include playing the guitar, piano, dancing, singing. As he lived a life of kindness, compassion, and love for his fellow man, his example helped others want to know the Savior. All that met him loved him, because he was a remarkable man and friend. He will be greatly missed, by all that knew him. We are all better for knowing him. Victor is survived by his spouse, Janiece, 6 children: Jess Russell Wilson Jay Eric Wilson Wade Quinn Allen Wilson Wylene Wilson-Davis Wenda Johnson Wanette Wilson 9 grandkids: Kinsley Rose Pearce age 14 Ryker Slade Pearce age 12 Jarin Easton Wilson age 7 Tayla Shea Johnson age 7 Kinley Eva Wilson age 5 Jenica Ann Johnson age 5 Jett Eric Wilson age 3 Ketch McKade Davis age 1 Jaxin Ernest Wilson age 1 Services: Visitation: Friday December, 30 2016, from 6-8 pm at Meldrum Mortuary, 52 North McDonald, Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 834-9255. Church Services: Will be held Saturday December 31, 2016 at Alma Stake Center, 2300 West Javelina Ave., Mesa AZ 85201. Visitation 10:30 am, Services at 11:30. Interment at City of Mesa Cemetery: Entrance on Center Street, 1212 North Center Street Mesa, AZ.
