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Victor Clifford "Jim" Wilson

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Victor 'Jim' Clifford Wilson, 81, died from complications of pneumonia at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Reno on Thursday January 13, 2011. He and his loving wife of 21 years, Sue, have been residents of Sparks since 1994. Born December 21, 1929 in Blackfoot, Idaho to George and Rhoda Wilson, he grew up with 5 brothers Cleo, Bennie, Jackie, George, Bobby and 3 sisters Alleen, Margaret and Verna.

After 2 enlistments in the United States Marines during and after the Korean War, he spent the majority of his work life was as a muffler installer in the San Francisco Bay area until he retired and moved to Sparks, where he enjoyed the local bowling scene for several years.

A devoted family man, in addition to his wife Sue he is survived by his first wife, Eva Wilson, their 2 children Barbara Neiman and James "Charlie" Wilson; 4 grandchildren Angela, Christopher, Christina and Lorraine; and 2 great grandsons Donovan and Kevin.

A graveside service is scheduled for noon, Friday, January 21, 2011 at the Northern NV Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Fernley with a gathering of family and friends in celebration of his life at the Airport Plaza Best Western Hotel in Reno. Arrangements were entrusted to Walton Sparks Funerals and Cremations, 1745 Sullivan Lane.

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Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader on Jan. 19, 2011.

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Ralph Lopez

January 20, 2011

I knew "Jim" as Mr. Wilson. I was his first son-in-law. An Iconic figure in my life and a stellar example of a proud American. My family can never give enough thanks to the Wilson family for thier unselfish acceptance of us after my Mother was killed so many years ago. Mr. Wilson took me in like his own son. He taught me how to fish, and still is with me when I fish now. He showed me how much fun bowling is and would've been proud of some of my high scores. Way more than a Father-in-law he was a true buddy, a pal. I deeply regret that I didn't have an opportunity to talk to him again. He didn't carry his emotions on his sleeve, but I know he Loved my brothers and sisters. He didn't have to say so......Mr. Wilson I will miss you.

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