Gregory Brian Wilson

Gregory Brian Wilson obituary

Gregory Brian Wilson

Gregory Wilson Obituary

Published by Legacy on Nov. 13, 2025.
Gregory Wilson, 75, of Garner, formerly of Crystal Lake, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025, at Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake.

A private family graveside service will be held.

Gregory Brian Wilson, son of Forest and Dorothy (Hanson) Wilson, was born January 13, 1950. He grew up in Crystal Lake and graduated from Woden-Crystal Lake High School 1968.

He continued his education at Mankato State University graduating with a degree in history. He worked for Phillips 66 driving truck in the oil fields of Texas for 20 years. He later moved to Mesa, Arizona for 20 years where he enjoyed playing pool and dancing with his special friend. Most recently, Greg had been residing in Garner.

Greg is survived by his brother Garry (Mary) Wilson; sister Colleen Gehrke; nieces and nephews: JoAnn (Richard) Kibbee, Monte (Mary) Gehrke, Wendy (Dean) Harms, and Tony (Nanette) Wilson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Bill Gehrke, infant niece and nephew: Ann and Dan Wilson.

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