Christopher K. Wilson, 60, of Greenfield passed away Monday, June 16, 2014, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Chris was born Nov. 13, 1953m in Greenfield, to James T. Wilson Jr. and the late Rita (Kern) Wilson. He was a graduate of Greenfield High School and attended Indiana Tech for his Firefighter training.
Chris married Rebecca (Lawrence) Wilson on Sept. 5, 1987. Chris was a dedicated husband, dad and pappy and together they enjoyed their family and friends. Chris was a Greenfield Firefighter for many years serving 10 years as Fire Chief prior to his retirement. Many will remember Chris from his 35 years, with Dellen Automotive Group in Greenfield.
He is survived by his wife, Rebecca of Greenfield; father, James T. (Martha) Wilson Jr. of Corrales, New Mexico; daughters, Elizabeth Wilson of Cincinnati, Ohio, Kim (Donavan) McDonald of New Palestine; brothers, James T. (Lauren) Wilson III of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., Paul Wilson of Indianapolis, Peter (Brenda) Wilson of Aurora Colo.; sisters, Michelle (Jeff) Lash of Fortville, Mary Forbes of Castleton, Va., Maureen Wilson of Temecula Calif. and grandchildren, Austin Townsend, Bailey McDonald and Katie McDonald.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Rita (Kern) Wilson.
Friends may call from 1- 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2014, at Stillinger Family Funeral Home, Pasco Chapel, 1780 West Main Street, Greenfield, Indiana 46140. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014, at St. Michael Catholic Church, 519 Jefferson Blvd., Greenfield with Father William Stumpf officiating.
Memorial contributions in Chris’ honor to Greenfield Fire Department, 17 West South Street, Greenfield, IN 46140 or the American Cancer Society, 5635 West 96 St., Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46278.
You may send online condolences or share a memory of Chris at www.stillingerfamilyfuneralhome.com.
