Roland Wilson

ROLAND WILSON IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Roland Lynn Wilson, 74, of Idaho Falls, passed away February 16, 2008, at his home. He was born, March 6, 1933, in Rigby, Idaho, to Daniel Guy Wilson and Edna Jenkins Wilson. His mother passed away when he was six months old. He was raised by his father and step-mother, Ellen Call. He grew up and attended schools in the area. Throughout his life he lived in Montana and Idaho Falls. He married Jean Polson in May, 1949; they were later divorced. He married Vicki Lynne Johnson Morton September 24, 1976, in Idaho Falls. While living in Montana, he worked as a rancher. After moving to Idaho Falls, he worked as a printer for Printcraft Press and later for Norman Wholesale, where he retired in 1996. He was recently baptized a member of the Roman Catholic Church. He was active in the Idaho Falls Civitans Club. He loved fishing, hunting, playing golf, and had a great love for the outdoors. He also enjoyed working with his wife in her craft business. He was blessed with 11 grandchildren, Annie, Dani, Kim, Brett, Travis, Denise, Tyrel, Megan, Justin, D.J., Wes Lee and 11 great grandchildren and one on the way. Survivors are: His wife, Vicki Wilson of Ammon, ID; Daughter, Bonnie (Randall Jr.) Hansen of Idaho Falls, ID; Daughter, Vikki (Rick) Kellogg of Littleton, CO; Daughter, Sylvia (Larry) Wasson of Idaho Falls, ID; Step-Daughter, Debbie (Jeff) Southwick of Idaho Falls, ID; 11 Grandchildren, and 11 Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents and step-mother. Vicki and the family would like to express their appreciation for the love and concern shown to them throughout Roland’s illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 21, 2008, at Christ the King Catholic Church with Father Carlos Camargo as Celebrant and Deacon Rick Bonney assisting. The family will visit with friends Wednesday from 7 to 7:30 p.m., followed by memorial services at 7:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home East Side, 963 S. Ammon Road. ------------------------------------ Condolences received online: renee bjornard [rbmarie@cableone.net] Dearest Vicki ~ There are no words to express sympathetic compassion for what you're going through during Roland's health problems, and his recent passing. We were there by your side, perhaps only one or two (or seven) but they represent all your family, friends and the body of Christ, so you were never alone. Our Heavenly Father has been with you all along - there are been many signs that He intervened with much mercy and grace drawing Roland and you ever closer to His Sacred Heart. He continues to intercede as He works through you and others on your behalf. Through His Son, Jesus the Christ, He promises "I will always be with you until the end of time." (Matthew 28:20). I'm going to miss Roland being part of my week. Our afternoons playing cards - laughing and eating junk food - will be treasured memories. Our times praying with him and answering questions of faith are precious, treasured memories as moments when the presence of Christ was clearly felt. All this said, I got to know Roland best through you. The many times and many ways that you loved him by sharing stories and past experiences; and, his intense love and support of you. Roland and I talked about his legacy - what were to be counted among the everlasting treasures of his life - and we concluded there were two very special treasures that stood out: 1) You. Because of the way he loved you, you were free to become the beautiful butterfly that you are. To meet you and to know you is to know someone who has been loved much the same way God loves us: unconditionally, protectively and with a jealous heart (in a good way). A Christ-like transformation process takes place when there is love, respect, trust, compassion, joy, peace and the freedom to enjoy life because you feel safe and secure. Roland lives on in you because you will go out into our community and continue sharing the joy of your friendship with a servant's heart. 2) His children. His memory will go on through his kids because of his love for them and because he will continue to watch over them and be the best Dad he can from a place he called "heaven". He wants to intercede for them and pray for them - and love them in God's light that he eagerly anticipated - free from pain and the shortcomings of an earthy body. He passed on to his heaven five days after this conversation. The Apostle John promised us "God will wipe away every tear from our eye; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away." (Rev. 21:4-5) On the same day of this conversation with Roland, he gave you a special poem that described his heart... Today, I would give you this: "I am home in heaven, dear ones; Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief are over, every restless tossing passed. I am now at peace forever. I am safely home at last.” Roland has peace in God’s most loving, merciful arms. His last concern is that you and the family are also at peace. You're all in my prayers - especially in the days ahead - that your peace surpasses all understanding in a supernatural way. Your family is dear to my heart, and I love you my sweet Vicki, ~ Renee Bjornard Toni Gimpel tonigimpel@cableone.net Vickie, It is with a sad heart that I write these words this morning. I have kept you and Roland in my thoughts and prayers and wanted you to know how very often I think about you. We go back a long way and you are very special in my heart. I know that Roland is with our God and he is now in such a better place without the pain and suffering. I ask that our Heavenly Father be with you and the family at this time and give you a way to go through each difficult day. Always Toni Gimpel KC and Fay Lloyd kcnfay@cableone.net Vicki, Debbie and all of Roland’s Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences at Roland’s recent passing. I will always remember him as the true embodiment of the term “cowboy.” He had a ready wit and dry sense of humor. He was always ready to go and try something different. He was satisfied with what he had, but still willing to change it to something better. It was sad that we drifted in different directions after I left Norman Supply, but I have always been glad that I got to know him and proud to have called him my friend. It seems there are just too few Roland Wilsons in the world. He was special to us all. KC and Fay Lloyd Al and Joanne Glissendorf alglissen@earthlink.net Vicki and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Roland’s passing. Life is so very delicate. I am not sure if you remember us, but we did share some fun times. Please know that you are in our prayers and pray for your peace as I am sure Roland has found with Christ. As His Son Shines on Us, Al and Joanne Glissendorf Tom and Binky Cox Vickie, Our thoughts are with you today and we are sincerely sorry for your loss. Good friends are good memories. Roland shared many with us and we are happy to have known him as we did. The last months were difficult and you bore them with grace and dignity. With love and sympathy, Tom and Binky Cox Deacon Eric and Charlotte Shaber Vicki Wilson, We came to know and love you through the RCIA. You were such a wonderful blessing to us as your witness and love of the Lord was so evident. I am sure Roland came to know and feel this love in much the same way. He had to be a very special person as anyone knowing you would receive blessings and come to know the power of the Lord's Love. Roland's being baptized into the Church is a powerful of the Lord at work in both of your lives. I pray that this sorrowful time will bring a strong sense of peace knowing that he is now in the Lord's hands and you can take great consolation in a job well done faithful servant. You are a witness and a blessing to all of us having had the opportunity to share in your loving spirit. Love and Prayers, Charlotte Shaber Bill Harris Just a thought of the good friendship I enjoyed with Roland. Another former printer, Bill Harris Ilene Klingler ilene@domtec.com Bonnie, Vikki, and Sylvia; I am your cousin. My mother and father were Lamar and Thora Olaveson. When I read about the passing of your father, I wanted to let you know that I was thinking of you. It is hard to lose your loved ones. May Heavenly Father bless you with peace and comfort. We have an Olaveson Reunion each year at Green Canyon Hot Springs. It would be great to see you. Love, Ilene Klingler Bettie Black bettie2330@cableone.net My dearest Vicki, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Even though Roland had been sick for so long, only you and God know how difficult his passing really is for you. I hope that knowing you are loved DEARLY may help you through your grief. Let Debbie & Jeff know that I'm thinking of them too. I love you MUCH. Bettie