It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Bruce W. Wilder of Galesburg, Illinois, who passed away on April 12, 2024, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Louise Wilder, and Don Wilder, Sr.; his son Michael Wilder; and his brother Donald Wilder. He is survived by : his daughters, Cindy Wilder of Galesburg and Denise Deffebaugh of Galesburg; his sister Shirley Taylor; his sister-in-law Frances Wilder of Galesburg; and his caregiver Pearl Wiley. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; one great great grandson; 3 nephews.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 20th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Watson-Thomas Funeral Home & Crematory (1849 N Seminary St, Galesburg, IL 61401).

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Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watson Thomas Funeral Home And Crematory