David Mark Wilson

1950 - 2025

David Mark Wilson, born April 3, 1950, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2025.

Mark was married to the love of his life, Kathy (Young) Wilson. This past January, they joyfully celebrated 45 years of marriage.

He was a devoted husband, a loving father to his two children, Danny (Tessa) Wilson and Lindy (Eric) Muff, and a proud Papa to his five cherished grandchildren: Etta, Lorna, George, Rory, and Dixie. Mark treasured his family and was affectionately known as "Papa Mark."

A Christian man of deep and abiding faith, Mark's prayers were thorough and fervent whether over meals or in meetings. He truly brought his cares before the Lord. He was a faithful member of Covenant Reformed Church of Sacramento.

Mark had a lifelong passion for cattle ranching and spent several happy years running his grandfather's cattle ranch in Sloughhouse. Later, he worked in livestock pharmaceutical marketing before founding his own company, MWM Marketing, which distributed large animal pharmaceuticals across the western United States. He also served as President of the Amador, El Dorado, Sacramento Cattlemen's Association from 2006 to 2008.

In 2000, Mark returned to the family farm and became Chairman of the Board at Wilson Farms in 2008. He led the farm with wisdom and strength.

He will be deeply missed by his brother Ken (Michelle), his sister Sandra (Ed), and many nieces and nephews who fondly knew him as "Mean Uncle Mark" a nickname that reflected his big heart and even bigger sense of humor.

Mark was instrumental in protecting Delta water rights. He was an outspoken opponent of the Delta Tunnel Project from the beginning, and it was deeply important to him that the water rights of the region be preserved. Mark was an active board member of the OmochumneHartnell Water District. Just one week before his passing, Mark attended a meeting to speak out on these issues an example of his unwavering dedication to the Delta.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Erma Wilson.

Mark will be profoundly missed by his family, friends, and the many communities he loved and served. However, his family rests peacefully knowing that he is now with his Lord and Savior.

The family will hold a private burial. A Celebration of Mark's Life will be held on May 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Silt Wine Company, 50870 Babel Slough Road, Clarksburg, CA 95612.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to City Seminary of Sacramento by mail at 2020 16th Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95822 or online at https://secure. anedot.com/city-seminary-of-sacramento/ donate.