Fred L. "Rusty" Wilson

Fred L. "Rusty Wilson
1957-2025
Fred "Rusty" passed away peacefully at home in Brookings, Oregon on Thursday January 9, 2025 with his beloved wife by his side. He was born on August 23, 1957 in Sacramento, California, to Fred Wilson and Barbara Gibbs Wilson.
He lived in Stockton for many years, and moved to Brookings after he retired. In 1976 he married the love of his life, Cindy Cartwright Wilson, and they enjoyed 49 years of married joy and laughter. They had two children, Michael Wilson and Michelle Wilson Bling (Randy Bling).
He was a devoted and enthusiastic hunter and fisherman his entire life. After a long life of hard work, he retired and enjoyed his retirement to the fullest. Moving to Brookings fulfilled his dream of living in a paradise where he could enjoy the multitude of outdoor activities this coastal community provides. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Rusty also enjoyed several years of traveling the western United States in their RV and enjoying the scenic beauty of this beautiful country.
Fred is survived by his wife, his children and eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. They spent many fun-filled hours with the grandkids and enjoyed spending every moment he could with them after he retired.
Fred was a proud member of the Operating Engineers, Local 3 for 48 years, and a long time member of the BPOE (Elks). His life was cut too short when he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023. He fought the disease hard, and maintained his sense of humor and dignity till the very end. He had a wonderful, well-lived life and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His family and many friends loved his zest for life, sense of humor, and treasured the many happy times spent together. We all felt privileged to know him and call him friend or family. A celebration of life will be held in Brookings later this spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to South Coast Humane Society, 828 Railroad St., Brookings, Oregon 97415 or the scholarship fund provided by the BPOE of Brookings, 800 Elk Drive, Brookings, OR 97415.