Bill Wilson

Bill Wilson obituary, Mulvane, KS

Bill Wilson

Bill Wilson Obituary

Visit the Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel website to view the full obituary.
Billy Eugene Wilson passed away at his home in Winfield KS on Feb 21, 2025. Bill was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
Born Feb 22, 1954 to Cob and Helen Wilson. He graduated from Udall High School in 1972. In 1977, he began working for Kansas Gas Service and retired there in 2009. His family was his greatest joy, and he loved nothing more than spending time with his girls and watching his grandkids grow. He was an avid outdoorsman. Hunting, fishing & playing cards were his passions. You can bet he was always planning his next fishing trip. His kindness, humor, and unwavering love will be deeply missed.
Preceded in death by his parents; sister, Linda; and brother Tom.
Survived by his three daughters: Dusti Wilson (Kyle) of Derby, Cody Overstreet (Brent) of Derby, and Lacy Lane (John) of Wichita. Brother, Jim (Patty) of Rushville Indiana; sister, Darlene (Bill) of Oxford, and sister-in-law, Micki of Udall.
Proud Papa of Grandchildren: Shelby, Trey, Rylie, Harper, Hudson, Lexi, Landon, Logan, Charley, & Jacob. Great Grandchildren: Gracie, Kohen, Cooper & Carson.
Graveside service will be held at the Udall Cemetery on Feb 28th, 2025 at 11:00 AM
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Udall Fire Department 111 S. East ST PO Box 84 Udall, KS 67146-0084 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Bill Wilson, please visit our Tree Store.

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Smith Mortuary - Derby Chapel

1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037

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