Daniel Lester Wilson went to the Lord Thursday Sept. 21, 2023, surrounded by family in his home of 50 years in Cosmopolis, Washington. Daniel is survived by his wife, Sunny Wilson (Weakley); two sons, Danny Wilson (Fawn) and Scott Wilson (Heather); daughter Trisha Wilson all of Cosmopolis; and brothers: Otis Wilson of Michigan and Donald and Richard Wilson, both from Aberdeen. He was preceded in death by his brother Ronald.

Daniel was born Nov. 1, 1945, in Aberdeen Washington, to the late Odis and Genevieve (Valencourt) Wilson. On Feb. 20, 1967, Daniel married Sunny Weakley in Aberdeen.

Daniel was devoted to his “big trucks,” beginning his career driving dump trucks for Dan McGraw, Mike Hagara and eventually dedicating and retiring after 40 years from Quigg’s Bros, Inc. Daniel was also involved in the Active 20-30 Club, Sunshine Kids, served in the Cosmopolis Police Reserves, and held a position on the Cosmopolis School Board. On his down time, he enjoyed spending time with his 7 grandchildren, hunting and clam digging.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at the Cosmopolis Lions Club. If you would like to donate in Daniel’s name, the family suggests that a memorial contribution be made to Harbors Home Health and Hospice, 201 7th Street, Hoquiam, WA 98550.