Wilson, Thomas R. age 83, of Elk River, passed away at home, surrounded by his family on Nov. 17, 2017. Retired employee of Northwestern Bell. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 35 years, Nancy; children, Sandee Carlson (Terry), Steve Wilson (Nancy Hinzmann), Karen Tucker (Tom), Karen Blommer (Scott), Matthew Etemad-Gilbertson (Bijan); many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Susan Sparapani; sister in-law, Marlene Wilson; many relatives and good friends. Celebration of Life 11am Monday, Nov. 27 at Christ Lutheran, 641 89th Ave. NE, Blaine (763-784-3300) with visitation at church 1 hour before. In lieu of flowers, family will accept memorials to Allina Hospice. cremationsocietyofmn.com