Fairbank: Jedidiah Gene Wilson age 22 passed away Saturday, February 13, 2016 at Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo, IA from injuries he sustained in an automobile accident earlier that day. He was born September 15, 1993 in Waverly, IA the son of Gary and Theresa (Thomas) Wilson.
Jedidiah was raised on a farm near Oran. Jedidiah graduated from West Central High School in 2012. He earned his Associates degree in Agri-Business from Kirkwood Community College, where he served as President of the Agri-Business Club. Jed then returned to the family farm to farm alongside his parents and grandparents. Jed also managed Willie Beef Company. He was an active volunteer of the Oran Fire Department and had served his community for six years. Jed was currently serving as a board member of the Trail Blaz-zers Snowmobile Club.
Jed was loved for his quick wit, contagious smile, easy manner and his heart for all things fun. People were also drawn to his character of integrity and confidence, as well as his unique style which consists mostly of denim and plaid.
Jedidiah is survived by his parents: Theresa (Thomas)Wilson, Fairbank, Gary and CJ (Shannon) Wilson, Fairbank, one brother, Jared of Oakland, CA; two sisters, Rebekah, (Wes Wagner) of Sioux Falls, SD and Shannon Wilson, Fairbank;. Grandparents, Gene and Janice Wilson of Fairbank, and the love of his life, Jessica Cannon, daughter of Darryl and Jane Cannon along Jessica’s brother Adam all of Westgate, IA
Preceded in death by: Grandparents Albert and Goldie (Cordes) Thomas, Waterloo.
Services: 10:30 am Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Immaculate Conception Church, Fairbank.
Visitation: 3:00-7:00 pm Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at Immaculate Conception Church and for one hour before services, Thursday also at the church.
Internment: Oran Township Cemetery with Honor Guard Ceremony performed by the Buchanan County Honor Guard.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to the Oran Volunteer Fire Department, the Trail Blaz-zers Snowmobile Club or to the family.
Condolences for Jedidiah Gene Wilson
Sincere condolences. Wish I’d have know Jedidiah, but sure sounds like a “salt of earth” young man with a great up-bringing. May God Bless & we’ll be saying a prayer all of you.
Our sincerest sympathy to to everyone who knew and loved Jed, our hearts are broken for all. Prayers and love and peace to all of you. And remember our Saviror’s awesome promise, eternal life, you will be together again….
God’s peace and blessings to all of you, very sad for everyone Prayers
I am so sorry for your loss! You are in my prayers. May God keep you in his hands while you go through this terrible time. Jedidiah will always be with you!
CJ and Gary–I am so very sorry for this loss. My prayers certainly are with you all.
I remember Jed When I was like 10 years he was like best friend Sorry for your loss
I can’t put into words how this hurts, and I’m sure words don’t cover what you are going through. I do know that God is bigger, Jed was an amazing guy and nothing changes any of that. Praying for the whole family…. wow…
Wilson Family We are sorry for this time in your lives. Losing Jed is going to be a big loss to his community. I’m glad you all had th opportunity to see the start to a great man and life he would of lived.
Greg and I are sorry for the tragedy in your lives today. Jed is going to be a great loss to his community. I’m glad you had the opportunity to see the start of the man he would of been. Be nothing but proud. May love keep you strong in the days to come.
We saw the news of your great loss and want to extend our sympathy and prayers to your family. May our loving Lord hold you in His comforting arms as you go through the pain of this loss.
I always enjoyed seeing Jedidiah come in the store…I enjoyed talking with him. What an impressive young man. God’s Blessings to the family…
I remember praying for Jedidiah when Theresa was in labor with him. Gary and Teresa, I am terribly sorry happened to you. I do know that the Lord will sustain you and I do know that you are loved.
So sorry for your loss. There’s nothing harder then loosing your child. I hope you all can make it through this storm. Just remember to keep his memory alive and hold on to all the laughter you all once shared. Prayers to all of you!
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss! Words are not enough, but we are praying you will be comforted and gather strength from the Lord as you walk this road in the days, weeks, months, and years to come.
We are so sorry for your loss. I can’t begin to imagine what you are going through. May God wrap his loving,healing arms around your family during this difficult time. We will be praying for you. ❤️
We are so sorry for your loss. I can’t begin to imagine what you are going through. May God wrap his loving,healing arms around your family during this difficult time. We will be praying for you.
Gary and Family, we are so very sorry for the loss of your son and brother. May God provide you comfort, healing and strength as time goes on.
Gary, Gene, Janice – Russ Nesbit told us of your great loss and trial. So very sorry to hear this. We love you all and are praying for you as you handle this very heavy load now and in the days ahead. I am writing from Brazil but the Throne of Grace and the God of all grace and comfort is as close as our prayers.
Gary, Theresa, and family,
I am so saddened by your loss. May God give you the strength to go on during this time. Any loss is hard, but the loss of a child who had so much life before him is not a loss but a tragedy. God keep all of you.
So very saddened by this tragic news. I remember holding him as a newborn and seeing the joy on his parents faces. My heartfelt sympathies to his family. May our Lord give you comfort and peace in the difficult and sad time.
Theresa, My heart aches for you. Jed was an amazing guy. He will be deeply missed. Hugs and prayers
We are sorry for you loss Wilson Family. We would like to send you with a heavy heart a prayer to you the Grandparents and Parents
I’m so very sorry for your tragic loss. May the peace that passes all understanding hold you all very tightly. We are praying for your wonderful family.
Much much love.
I am so sorry for your loss. It is a very hard road to walk down, losing a child….my prayers for peace are with your family….may Holy Spirit be your comfort.
Theresa & family. We are so sorry for your tragic loss. There are no words we could say to express our sympathy. We never had the privilege to meet Jed but have heard wonderful things from the volunteer firemen about him. Please know we are sending you our prayers at this difficult time.
Gary and the Wilson family
So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. We have been out of touch for many years, but I wanted you to know that you are all in my prayers. (From your former neighbor to the north.)
Gary and the Wilson family
So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. We have been out of touch for many years, but I wanted you to know that you are all in my prayers. From your former neighbor to the north.
Sincere sympathies to Jed’s friends and family. He must have been one awesome guy to be loved and respected by so many! Praying that God’s peace will comfort you during this difficult time.
Gary, Theresa, Jared, Rebekkah, Gene, and Janice you are all in our prayers as our hearts ache with yours over the loss of this dear son, brother, and grandson. May the Lord comfort you during this time as only He can do.
To the family and friends, and all who had the privilege and honor of knowing Jed, our most deepest sympathy and strongest prayers are being sent. I can remember watching Jed grow up as my children attended West Central school with him. Our oldest, Bryce, is graduating this year and he recalls many great things about Jed! He was always a fine and decent young man, so polite and generous…he will certainly be missed by all who knew him! May God be with you all and hold you that much tighter during this tragic time. Our hearts are with you all! God bless Jed, and God bless you all!!
Theresa and the family of Jedidiah Wilson –
There are no words to express the shock, sadness and grief felt at this time, even though it has been years since we worked together in the kitchen at DCSD Theresa, know that my prayers are winging your way each day that our Heavenly FATHER will send the Comforter to grant some measure of peace in your faith and that your faith will be strong enough to push through this extreme test and come out stronger in anticipation of the day we will all be together again – in CHRIST alone – Gayle