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Clarence Wilds

Creve Coeur, MO. | Save

Clarence E. 'Butch' Wilds, age 74, of Alton, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2019, at Evelyn's House in Creve Coeur, MO with his wife by his side.

He was born October 30, 1944, in St Louis, MO, the son of Clarence and Barbara (Jerrold) Wilds. He married Marilyn Dodson on December 13, 1987 in Puerto Rico, and she survives.

Butch retired from Ameren where he had worked as an electrician. He enjoyed bowling, motorcycles, working in the yard, and working on his show cars. Butch was proud to have descended from a long line of concrete and brick masons. He served for many years as the President of Woodfield Homeowner's Association. His greatest joys were his wife, Marilyn, and his kitties, Clyde, Smokey, Bandit, Rascal, and Friday.

In addition to his wife; he is survived by a brother and his wife, Tom Wilds and Sara 'Genni' Sasnett of Richmond, VA. He will be greatly missed by a wealth of family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and a twin brother, Clifford.

Visitation will be held Monday, June 3, 2019, from 4:00 pm until the time of service at 7:00 pm at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey.

According to his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to 5 A's.

Online Condolences may be made at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com


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Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home

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