Ronald Paul Wilson, son of the late John C. Wilson and Lula Mae Shepard Wilson, was born June 23, 1948, in Kennett, Missouri.  He passed away January 6, 2024, at the age of 75 years, 6 months and 13 days.  Ron married Karen Burke October 3, 1975.  Ron was employed at Emerson Electric in Kennett for 33 years.  He was a member of the Eagles Club, a diehard Cardinals fan, enjoyed playing golf and served in the National Guard.

Survivors include:

His wife: Karen Wilson of Kennett, Missouri

1 Son: Greg Wilson of Kennett, Missouri

1 Daughter: Shay Temm of Wentzville, Missouri

3 Brothers:  Jerry Wilson of Kennett, Missouri

Charlie Wilson of Ballwin, Missouri

Jackie Wilson of Overland, Missouri

6 Grandchildren:  Macy, Hadley, Braxton, Hayden, Presley and Hampton

Other relatives and many friends.

Ron was preceded in death by 2 brothers: Lanny and Johnnie Ray Wilson.

Visitation will be from 12:00 noon to 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at McDaniel Funeral Service in Kennett.  Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in the McDaniel Chapel with Reverend Johnny Bogle officiating.  Burial will follow in Memorial Gardens in Kennett.  Honored to serve as pallbearers are:  Jason Stone, Timmy Stone, Chris Edgin, Richie Burke, Chad Burke, Kevin Mitchell, Todd Wilson and Jason Wilson.