Verne W. Wilson

Verne W. Wilson, 92, of Monticello, passed away peacefully at 8:45am on Monday, May 12, 2025, at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello. Born on January 21, 1933, in Lafayette, Indiana, Verne was the beloved son of the late Noble B. and Hazel (Goslee) Wilson.

Verne proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War, where he was stationed in Germany. A lifelong resident of Monticello, Verne married Jacqueline Coonrod on November 10, 1956, in Monticello, Indiana. Jacqueline preceded him in death on July 14, 2009.

Verne was a dedicated member of the Sitka Baptist Church and contributed to his community by serving on the Twin Lakes School board from 1973 to 1981. He was a farmer throughout his life and also worked as an accountant for RCA for over 27 years, later working for Jordan Manufacturing for several years.

Verne cherished playing cards with his grandchildren and friends, and he had a deep love for farming. He was an avid Purdue basketball fan and enjoyed traveling out west and wintering in Englewood, Florida.

He is survived by his three children, Kelly Davis of Cary, North Carolina; Lori Smith of Englewood, Florida; and Scott Wilson (wife, Sara) of Redondo Beach, California. He also leaves behind one sister, Phyllis Minott of Ft. Myers, Florida, and five grandchildren, Molly Davis of Durham, North Carolina, Pepper Worthy of Rockledge, Florida, Sage Smith of Chicago, Illinois, Kyra Wilson of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Chase Wilson of West Lafayette, Indiana.

A memorial service will be held at Hughes Cemetery, Monticello, on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:00 am. 

 Roscka Roth & Clapper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.