Paul T. Wilson, Jr.

Paul T. (Jerry) Wilson, Jr., of Shawnee, Kansas, age 80, passed away May 16, 2011, at the Kansas City Hospice House.

Jerry is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years Julie.

Jerry was born March 25, 1931, in Somerville, Massachusetts. He was the son of Viola and Paul T. Wilson Sr. He was raised in Boston, Massachusetts, as an only child. Jerry graduated high school at Boston Latin as class president and then graduated from Brown University. Jerry served in the Air Force where he met his wife Julie and it was love at first sight. Jerry was known for his sense of humor and his ability to make just about anyone laugh. He absolutely loved telling stories of his life. Jerry was very passionate about his family and attended almost every sporting event possible. He enjoyed spending spare time gardening. He was a loving husband, father, grandpa, and great grandpa who will be deeply missed.

He is survived by his 6 children, Dee O’Brien (Jack), Paula Murray (John), Scott (Pam), Tim (Winnie), Jenny VanLerberg (Steve), Jeremy (Michelle); 7 grandchildren Travis, Jesse, Jason, Jake, Alex, Sarah, and Jack as well as their spouses; and 3 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the Kansas City Hospice House. 12000 Wornall Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64145.

Memorial Visitation

A memorial visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee. There will be a private gravside service at Leavenworth National Cemetery.