Raymond Allen Wilson

October 31, 1950 — March 10, 2024

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Service for Raymond Allen Wilson will be 10:00a.m., Thursday, March 14, 2024, at MMS-Payne Funeral Home Chapel, burial will follow at Washington Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Wednesday, March 13 from 1pm-8pm, with family receiving visitors from 6pm-8pm. Allen passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024. He was 73.

Raymond Allen Wilson was born October 31, 1950, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to Floyd Kaylor and Clara Ellen (Caviness) Wilson. He received his education from several different schools, including some in Texas, and later Yale, Oklahoma. He also helped his family at home at a young age.

Allen's career path was a reflection of his strong work ethic. Starting at a mobile home dealership, he later transitioned to Anchor Stone before ultimately becoming a truck driver. His dedication to providing for his family shone through in every role he undertook. Even after retirement, Allen found joy in staying active and caring for his loved ones.

In his personal life, Allen cherished the simple joys and always placed his family at the forefront. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart, becoming his top priority. Known for his friendly demeanor and ability to strike up conversations with anyone, Allen had a way of making people feel welcome and valued. While he could be mischievous at times, his straightforward nature endeared him to those around him.

Beyond work and family, Allen found solace in trading cars and seeking out the perfect deal. He enjoyed enhancing his purchases through tinkering, often involving his sons in the process. His passion for cars was not just about the vehicles themselves but also the connections and experiences that came with them.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Clara Wilson, sister Teresa Wilson, and son-in-law Mike Kwiatkowski. He is survived by his beloved wife Donna Wilson; children Johnny Wilson and wife Kristal, Christina Kwiatkowski, Sheila Jessee, Randy Wilson and wife Candace, and Sarah Wilson; grandchildren Tyler Wilson, Taylor Chisum, Jacob Kwiatkowski, Joey Bailey, Brodie Wilson, Laynie Warren, Haylie Wilson, Ethan Kwiatkowski, BraeLynn Warren, Michael Wilson, Claire Jessee, and Savannah Jessee; as well as brothers Floyd Leroy Wilson and Sam Wilson.

The memory of Raymond Allen Wilson will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him. His dedication to family and hardworking nature will be cherished by all who had the privilege of crossing paths with him.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

1:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

MMS-Payne Funeral Home and Cremation Services-Claremore

102 W 5th St, Claremore, OK 74017

Family will receive visitors from 6pm-8pm.

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Funeral Service

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)