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Mary Wilson Obituary
Mary was born in Salina, Kansas, on September 13, 1938, to Mary (Himmelwright) and Walter Johnson.
On August 26, 1956, Mary married Samuel Henry Wilson. They were married for many happy years before his passing in 1994.
Mary retired from BeechCraft after 25 years of building planes. In her free time, she loved to spend time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed collecting Snoopy figurines.
Survivors include two daughters, Sonja Leon, Stacy Willesen; and son, Richard Wilson (Sandy).
She is also survived by six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Sam Wilson; and siblings.
Cremation has been chosen and a graveside service will take place at a later date.
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