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John T. Wilson
1954 - 2026
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1954
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2026
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John Wilson Obituary
Born: March 29, 1954 in Ottawa, IL
Died: February 1, 2026 in Ottawa, IL
John T. Wilson, age 71, of Utica, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026 at The Pavilion of Ottawa.
John was born March 29, 1954 in Ottawa to Clarence E. and Evelyn (Anderson) Wilson. He is survived by a brother, Alan Wilson; a sister, Mary Lou Schomas; nieces, Diane Wilson, Dawn Hess and Debbie Katrein; and a nephew, Rodney Schomas. John was preceded in death by a brother, Dale Wilson.
John tirelessly worked the family farm near Utica. He enjoyed trips to Key West, Florida and participating in curling at the Waltham Curling Club of which he was a past president. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family.
Keeping with John's wishes, interment will be private at Waltham Cemetery. Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Illinois Valley Animal Rescue, Inc., P.O. Box 284, Peru, IL 61354. To share a memory, please visit www.gladfelter-roetker.com or Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home on Facebook.
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