Name: Visitation for Kenneth Wilson
Start: 2023-10-21T10:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-10-21T14:00:00.000Z
Location: Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services

Kenneth Wilson, age 82, of Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, at his home in La Porte, Indiana.

He was born on Oct. 31, 1940, in Hobart, Indiana, to Lloyd and Lois Wilson, who have preceded him in death.

On March 20, 2004, he married Amelia Wilson, who resides in La Porte, Indiana.

He is also survived by his children, Bill (Lynn) Wilson, Meggan (John) Oltz, Sara (Ed) Skaggs and Rebecca Horn; grandchildren, Reilly Wilson, Krysten Fratgillo, Nicholas Struyf, Louis Muckway, Maxwell Muckway and Amelia Horn; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Lynne Hippie and Laura Hensley. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Wilson; and brother, Billy Wilson.

Kenneth loved being around his family and especially loved to watch his grandson, Maxwell. He retired as a career agent with Farm Bureau in Michigan City after 35 years of work. He was a proud Notre Dame football fan and enjoyed watching golf. He will be greatly remembered for being a very gentle and kind man who always had a positive attitude.

Visitation will be held on Saturday Oct. 21, 2023, from 10 a.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, located at 613 Washington St. Michigan City, Indiana, 46360, with Chaplain Joe Moffett officiating.

Services will conclude at Funeral Home with cremation to follow.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to: Dunes Hospice, 4711 Evans Ave. Valparaiso, IN, 46383.

To sign the online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by La Porte County Herald-Dispatch on Oct. 18, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Wilson

9 Entries

James C Scott

February 14, 2025

So sad to loose a great, friendly buddy! Sincere condolences! Jim Scott

Jim Scott

October 12, 2024

Ken was always a great guy with interesting andg engaging conversations!

ruth williams

October 21, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Ken was my insurance agent for years. And a good friend, may he rest in peace.

Richard Klosinski

October 21, 2023

WORKED WITH KEN MANY YEARS AT FARM BUREAU HE WAS A GOOD GUY AND WILL BE MISSED. I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

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Allen and Katie Schoonaert

October 20, 2023

We are so very sorry for your loss. Ken was our insurance agent for many years until he retired, then he purchased the property next door to us so we were fortunate enough to see him from time to time. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Love and Prayers
Allen and Katie Schoonaert

Elizabeth

October 19, 2023

Rich and I are so sorry for your loss. Ken was a dear man who was loved by friends and family.
We wish you all find comfort with your memories of him and your caring for each other during your time of grief.

Jan Black

October 19, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Ken´s passing. He was loved by all and will be missed. My apologies that I cannot make it to his services. I am in California for the next couple of weeks. My love to Mimi, Lynn and Laura and all the family. May God grant you peace and rest during this difficult time.

Connie

October 19, 2023

Have known both Ken and Mimi for many years. My sincere condolences to all of Ken´s family. May you rest in peace my friend.

Lila Hakim

October 19, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

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