Marion Wilson Obituary

Soldotna resident, Mr. Marion Dean "Skeeter" Wilson, died Thursday, March 13, 2014 on his 80th birthday, at his home in Soldotna with his family by his side.

Memorial services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 30, 2014 at Peninsula Memorial Chapel and Crematory, 5839 Kenai Spur Hwy between Kenai and Soldotna. Additional services will be held in Ferndale, California at a later date.

Skeeter was born March 13, 1934 in Elgin, Nebraska. When Skeeter was 4, the family moved to Ferndale, California where he lived until he was 29 years old. He graduated high school from Ferndale High School. He later enlisted in the U. S. Army serving 2 years. After Skeeter returned from his service in the military he received an A.A. Degree in business from Humboldt State University. In May of 1963, he moved to Whittier, Alaska where he met the love of his life, Ruth, in 1972. They lived in Whittier until 2001. In 2001 they moved to Soldotna and have lived there ever since. While living in Whittier he was employed by the Alaska Railroad, worked for Crowley Maritime on the tug boats and for the U. S Government as a civil servant for the tank farm. He retired from the Civil Service in 1990.

The family wrote, "Skeeter was a fun loving, gentle man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him."

Marion was preceded in death by his parents and 7 siblings.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy "Ruth" Wilson; daughter, Deborah Williams and husband, Mike; son, Gilbert Wilson; daughter, Laurie Monson and husband, David; brother, Floyd Wilson of Fortuna, CA; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.

Arrangements made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel and Crematory. Please visit Marion's obituary and online guestbook at AlaskanFuneral.com.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News from Mar. 23 to Mar. 24, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Marion Wilson

13 Entries

March 30, 2014

Dear Grandma

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

Love Dean, Patience and Kaiden.

March 28, 2014

We met Skeeter when Troy got a job at the tank farm in 1988. We have many memories of him & Ruth. And you too Laurie & your boys. Our grandson who lived with us a while up there also lives in Montrose, CO where we live. He was only 3 or 4 when he met Skeeter but he still remembers his because Skeeter had lost the tip of one of his fingers and used to tease our grandson by making it look like he had half his finger up his nose. What a great sense of humor he had. We feel ourselves lucky to have known him. RIP our dear friend.

Ben Butler

March 24, 2014

Some of my favorite times in Whittier was with Skeeter at my kitchen table telling me stories of life in Whittier before I got there and about riding out the 64 earthquake in the rail tunnel in the fish plant. Rest in peace my friend.

March 24, 2014

My sincere sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2. Again my deepest sympathy.

Sharon Backhaus

March 24, 2014

My prayers are with all of you, especially mama. I know that "Trouble" is up in Heaven teasing Scott right now. I love you all and wish I could personally hug you all. Take Care my friend!

March 23, 2014

Dear Ruth, Laurie, Gilbert and all,
So very sorry to hear of Skeeter's death. I saw his picture in the paper and immediately I was transported in memory back to my brief time in Whittier when I met you, Ruth, and was enfolded into your generous friendship and that of your dear family. Sincere condolences from Mike and me on this sad day. Teresa Ascone

Michele Kuehner

March 23, 2014

Skeeter always treated me like family. He and mom helped me through some really hard times by always leaving the door open for me. I will always have a very special place for you both in my heart. Skeeter give my son Rusty a big hug and tell him mom loves him.

Chris Brooks

March 23, 2014

I was having coffee with Marion in Whittier on the day of the Great Earthquake in 1964. Enjoyed working with him. RIP

Karen Porter

March 23, 2014

Laurie,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bonnie Carter

March 22, 2014

My Uncle Skeet, was a dear man. He teased me a lot when I was growing up. Although, I am sad, I know there is JOY in heaven, as he joins, all of his loving family there, who gave him a Happy welcome when he stepped through the pearly gates. Love and Prayers to Aunt Ruth and the rest of the family.
Niece..Bonnie Carter and family

Frances Leonard

March 21, 2014

While I grieve over losing a brother-in-law, you surely must be feeling joy at being free of pain and suffering. Rest and move in peace.

Heidi Remer

March 21, 2014

My prayers are with your family. I'm sorry I can't be there but will be thinking of everyone. I've known skeeter since I was a little girl an he was one of the nicest, kindest person I knew as are his wonderful wife Ruth an family. He will be misses.

Laurie Monson

March 20, 2014

I will miss my father very much. He truly was a great man and father. He had a great fun loving side to him that helped me to not take life to seriously. He taught me about finances and managing money. He supported me at every moment in life even when it was not apparent to me. I love and miss my father, but am glad he hurts no more.

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