John C. Wilks

John C. Wilks

August 25, 1945 ~ September 13, 2014

John C. Wilks, age 69, of Montrose, died September 13, 2014 at home.  John was born August 24, 1945 to John Howard and Doreen (Newman) Wilks in Brisbone, Australia.  He graduated from high school in Nucla, Colorado.  John married Susan Pappas on October 5, 2010.  He has also resided in Kenai, Alaska, Oregon, California, Utah and then to Montrose where they made their home until John’s time of death.  He was a member of Calvary Chapel in Montrose and enjoyed  doing portraits, painting, and wood burning.  John loved family and spending time with friends.

Survivors include his wife Susan of Montrose; daughters Brenda Wilks-Holly, and Anita Wilks-Cunningham; 18 grandchildren.  John was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Larry and Steven, and sister Valerie.

A Memorial Service in celebration of John’s life will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. at Crippin Funeral Home Chapel.  The service will conclude at the chapel. A Memorial has been set up in the name of John C. Wilks Memorial Fund, c/o Nu Vista Credit Union, 2711 Commercial Way, Montrose, Co. 81401.  A potluck reception for family and friends will follow the service at River Bottom Park.  Arrangements are under the care of Crippin Funeral Home & Crematory, Montrose, Co.