Terry David Wilson

Terry David Wilson passed away Friday February 18, 2022 at the age of 74. He was born in Lynwood California, to David and Roxcy Wilson on April 10th 1947 and is the oldest of 3 children. His siblings include Susan and Dennis.

Terry grew up in Southern California and enjoyed riding horses, playing trumpet, water polo, and scouting. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout in his early teens. At the age of 19 he served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints laboring in the Eastern Atlantic States Mission.

When he returned from his mission, Terry continued his education at BYU in Provo. During this time he met Mary Seay who was working as a nurse. Months later they married in the St George Utah Temple on April 2, 1971. After graduating they moved their growing family of 4 to Yucaipa California.

The majority of Terry’s career was focused on special education at the jr. high school level and he had a passion for helping his students learn and succeed. As he taught, his family continued to grow until they had 10 children. He loved his large family and supported them with second and third jobs when needed so that they could have the opportunity to explore their talents and enjoy family outings and activities.

Terry struggled with significant health challenges for most of his adult life but was blessed to endure them so that he could in turn bless multiple generations of his family. He is survived by his wife Mary Jacqueline Wilson, his 10 children: Terry, Jeremy, Kerry, Jamy, Cassy, Mandy, Misty, Yancy, Christy, Mary, 36 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. His gentle demeanor and love for his family is missed and an example to all that knew him.

Viewing and Services will be held April 8th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Building located at 12776 6th street in Yucaipa California. Viewing 12 pm, Remembrance services 1 pm.