Dennis James Wilson

Dennis J. Wilson, 57, of New Haven, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Mercy Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri.

Dennis was born November 29, 1968 in Red Bud, Illinois to James & Joyce (Anderson) Wilson.

Dennis persevered through many different challenges in life but always looked forward to becoming a better person and having a better effect on the people around him. He was a leader of both career and family, in which he inspired many. 

In his leisure time, Dennis enjoyed activities and outings with his family, hunting, truck shopping, and watching different racing events. 

He was the husband of Sharon M. Wilson. They were united in marriage on October 18, 1997, at St. Ann’s Church, Clover Bottom, Missouri.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Sharon Wilson (nee’ Spaunhorst) of New Haven, two sons: Colter Wilson and wife LeeAnna, and Christopher Wilson and significant other Grace Wheeler, both of New Haven, Missouri; his mother Joyce Wilson; brother Timothy Wilson, both of Berger, Missouri; his father & mother-in-law Jerome and Ruth Spaunhorst (nee’ Meyer) of Washington, Missouri; sister-in-law Kathy Luko of Washington, Missouri; and one granddaughter Emma Wilson; three nieces: Gina Luko, Nicole Luko, Mackenzie Wilson; one nephew; Jacob Wilson, and many other cherished family members and friends.  He is preceded in death by his father, James Wilson.

Dennis joined the New Haven Volunteer Fire Department in May of 1988, serving there  until the New Haven Berger Fire Protection District was formed in April of 1998,  He served the New Haven Berger Fire Protection District in many capacities including Firefighter, Lieutenant,  and truck Captain Until his retirement in September of 2020, at that time his Badge Number 68 was also retired.

 He also served the City of Washington as a 911 dispatcher for several years and was an EMT with the Washington Area Ambulance District.

This led into his home life to support a loving wife, raising two sons, and eventually enjoying time with his granddaughter Emma. 

Visitation will be held Monday, May 4, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven.  A first responder walk through will be held, including Fire, EMS, and Law Enforcement at 7:00 P.M. Please arrive no later than 6:45 P.M. If you wish to participate.

A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Assumption Church, New Haven.  Firefighter Honors to be rendered at Grave Side at the conclusion of the religious service.

Burial will be at Assumption Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be given to family's choice.