Larry “Papa” Paul Wilson Sr. of Glendive, MT formerly of Miles City, passed peacefully at the Glendive Medical Center while being comforted by family on December 5, 2017. He was 77 years old.
Larry was born in Francis Oklahoma on February 17, 1940. Larry was one of four sons born to Mable and William “Bill” Wilson.
At the young age of 17 Larry left Oklahoma to join the Air Force where he spent time in Africa, the Philippines and eventually getting stationed at the Air Force Base in Forsyth Montana. There he served as an Air traffic controller. He completed his GED while serving. It’s at this time he met his love of his life and best friend Sharon Ann Chapweske. They were married in Miles City Montana on December 31, 1960. To this union 3 boys were born, Larry Paul Jr., Ricky Joe and John William. Larry worked as a conductor on the Milwaukee Railroad and served as President of the local railroad union until the railroad closed in 1980. Larry and his family then moved to Glendive where he worked in the oil field before eventually becoming a bit and drilling tool salesman for Security (Halliburton). Eventually he became an independent salesman for Halliburton until he retired in 2008. In his retirement years he took on a new hobby of woodworking and taking care of his pool and yard. Larry and Sharon loved hosting and entertaining friends and family. Papa Larry enjoyed watching is beloved Oklahoma Sooner football team and the St. Louis Cardinals. Larry’s family was his most cherished part of his life. He loved his five grandsons, five granddaughters, one great granddaughter and one great grandson dearly.
Larry is survived by his wife Sharon, sons; Larry (Dawn) Wilson of Colorado, Rick (Stephanie) Wilson of Rapid City, SD and John (Dana) Wilson on Dickinson, ND. Ten grandchildren; Brandon (Lauren) Wilson of Colorado, Jason Wilson (Sheana Hendrickson) of Nebraska, Bryant Wilson of Okinawa Japan, Jenna Wilson and Blake Wilson of Colorado, Amanda Wilson and Kayla Wilson of Rapid City, SD, Brenna Wilson, Carley Wilson and Jaren Wilson all of Dickinson, ND, two great-grandchildren; Aiden Wilson of Colorado and Taylah Wilson of Nebraska. Larry is preceded in death by his parents Bill and Mable Wilson, brothers; Billy Wilson, Jerry Wilson and Jim Wilson.
Family will be receiving friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 8, 2017 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Miles City. Rite of Committal will follow in the Calvary Cemetery in Miles City. Condolences to the family may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday December 8, 2017
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, MT
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Saturday December 9, 2017
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
MIles City, MT
Rite of Committal
Following Services
Saturday December 9, 2017
Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, MT
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday December 8, 2017
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
Miles City, MT
Funeral Service
2:00 p.m.
Saturday December 9, 2017
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
120 N. Montana
MIles City, MT
Rite of Committal
Following Services
Saturday December 9, 2017
Calvary Cemetery
Miles City, MT
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Martha Crandall says
Thinking of you. My sympathy.
Ginger & Joe Weiss says
Sharon & Sons, we were so sorry to read of Larry’s passing. What a loss to family and friends. We cherish the memories of when we were all younger and spent time together.
With deepest sympathy, love & prayers, Ginger & Joe
Wanda Wilson Byers says
I am saddened to hear of Larry’s passing. He was my cousin. We grew up together in Francis, Oklahoma. May God bless your family during this time.
Steve Hathaway says
So sorry for your loss. Larry was such a gentle giant. I have so many memories of hanging out at The Wilson house. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wilson family.
Melanie Florey says
Sharon and boys, so sorry to hear about big Larry’s passing. I have great memories of hanging out with Mom and Sharon and Larry, especially at spotted eagle.
Seems like just the other day. May your love and memories help you during this time.
Teresa Hathaway says
Sharon and family,
You are all in my thoughts as you say this very difficult good bye. I enjoyed Larry and his kind and gentle nature.
Shirley Buckley says
Sharon and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your great loss.
Larry was a wonderful loving husband and dad and will be greatly missed.
We had so many good times together in the past, which I will remember always
Leslie Micheletto says
Johnnie and family, We are so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. I always enjoyed my visits With he and Sharon at the Vets home. Keeping you all in our prayers. Sincerely, Gene & Les Micheletto
Johna Wilcox says
Dear Sharon,
I am so, so sorry to hear about your loss. You were the fun family of the neighborhood, and Larry always had a smile and a zest for life. You’re in my thoughts.
Johna Zinda Wilcox
Deb & Scott Hendrickson 1 says
Dawn and Larry Sheana and Jason Tayla and all of the rest , our most heartfelt condolences in this time of sorrow. As you are grieving I pray you take comfort in the company of loved ones and cherished memories. All of our Love
Opal Martin says
I’m sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin Larry. I have many fond memories of growing up with him in Francis, OK. I’m praying for your family.
Tony Raschkow says
Sharon: I am sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I don’t remember ever meeting your husband but , I will remember him in my prayers.
Wayne & Marylynn West says
Sharon we were so sorry to learn of Larry’s death. Larry & I were cousins & grew up together in Francis, Ok. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & the children during this difficult time. May God comfort you & give you peace.