Steven L. Wilson

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Lewis Wilson, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, who peacefully departed this life on January 9, 2025, in North Bend, Oregon.

A celebration of Steve’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Coos Bay Chapel 685 Anderson Ave. with Pastor Mark Schiro officiating. Friends and family are invited and encouraged to join in honoring his memory, which will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Born on November 20, 1947, in Petoskey, Michigan, Steve was the cherished son of James Lee and Helen Frances (Collins) Wilson. In 1953, his family moved to Southern California, where he was raised and graduated from Redlands High School in 1965.

Following his graduation, Steve served honorably in the United States Air Force as a plumbing specialist, spending most of his time stationed in Izmir, Turkey. After his military service, he pursued a variety of careers, demonstrating an unmatched work ethic and a commitment to providing for his family. He worked as a plumber, a Pepsi delivery driver, and later managed Winchell’s Donuts in both Southern California and North Bend, Oregon, where he moved in 1977.

After Winchell’s Donuts closed, Steve became a Wonder Bread/Hostess delivery driver, a position he held for 15 years before retiring. However, retirement didn’t suit Steve’s energetic spirit, and he returned to work, mixing paint at Walmart.

Steve married Beverly Wilson in 1971, and though their marriage ended in divorce, their deep bond of love and mutual respect endured for over 50 years.

Steve was a man of many passions. He adored his grandchildren and found joy in their laughter and love, and spending numerous summers camping and eating ice cream with them. He was a skilled woodworker who took pride in crafting thoughtful pieces, transforming simple materials into treasured creations. A true holiday enthusiast, he took immense pride in putting on the most dazzling computerized Christmas light shows, bringing delight to his family and community every year.

Steve is survived by his daughter Michelle Wilson Cook (Chris Cook), son Jerry McCool; grandchildren Shalah Collicott, Riley Collicott, and Donovan Williams; his brothers Jimmy Wilson (Sandy Wilson) and David Wilson (Michele Wilson). He was predeceased by his parents, James and Helen Wilson, and son John McCool.

Cremation rites have been held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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