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Portrait of Paul Michael Wilson
In loving memory

Paul Michael Wilson

Mike
April 8, 1952 – February 2, 2026
Lived 73 years
Wanilla Baptist Church Cemetery · Monticello, Ms
Life story

Paul "Mike" Wilson, 73 of Monticello, MS passed away Monday, February 2, 2026. He was born Tuesday, April 8, 1952 in Brookhaven, MS.

Mike was hardworking and dedicated for 42 years as a veterinarian in private practice. He was known for his compassion and knowledge of animal care. He was known for his kindness, generosity and sense of humor. He left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.

He spent his final years enjoying retirement and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years; Susan Sparks Wilson; father, Paul Nepolian Wilson; mother, Jo Ann Keene Wilson; and a grandchild, Charlie Wilson.

Survivors include his son, Sparks Wilson (Lauren) of Monticello, MS; daughter, Kathryn Wilson; brother, Felon Wilson (Donna); grandchildren, Lizzy Cantrell, S.J. Wilson, Hank Wilson, Sadie Wilson and Colt Wilson; sisters-in-law, Gayle Miller (Willie) and Beth Geeslin (Dale).

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The world Paul knew

Family milestones in gold, history for context

1952
Born April 8
1958
Paul was 6 when the Hula Hoop craze swept the country
1969
Paul was 17 when the Woodstock music festival opened
1976
Paul was 24 when America celebrated its Bicentennial
1982
Paul was 30 when Michael Jackson released "Thriller"
1995
Paul was 43 when "Toy Story" became the first fully computer-animated film
2005
Paul was 53 when the first video was posted to YouTube
2014
Paul was 62 when the Ice Bucket Challenge went viral
2022
Paul was 70 when ChatGPT was released to the public
2026
Passed away February 2, age 73
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Travels with Mike

A few pictures of Mike with friends in his travels around the world. France, Italy, Portugal, South America, Norway, St Petersburg, River cruises and ocean cruises were such fun.

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Gayle MillerHe was a fun one to have on trips.
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