Jacqueline “Jackie” M. Wilson (née Roch) passed away peacefully on May 2nd, preceded in death by her parents, William and Verna Roch, and her brother, William Roch, Jr.
She is the beloved wife of Patrick J. Wilson; loving mother of Angie (Alan) Sylvan, Tim (Erin) Wilson, and Niki (Justin) Lee; cherished grandmother of Lexi and Chase Sylvan, and Ana, Nate, and Katie Wilson. She was also a devoted aunt, greataunt, sisterinlaw, and cousin.
Jackie dedicated more than 45 years to serving as a catechist in the School of Religion at Mary, Mother of the Church. She also worked for the Webster Groves School District, evaluating the developmental progress of preschool students with care and insight.
For over 30 years, Jackie volunteered as a neighborhood cookie manager for the Girl Scouts of Greater St. Louis, supporting countless troops and families. She was especially proud of her more than 40 years as editor of her parish newsletter, a role through which she built community and kept parishioners connected. She and her husband, Pat, led the Marriage Encounter Community at Mary Mother of the Church for many years.
Jackie’s life was defined by service, faith, and deep love for her family. She will be remembered for her kindness, compassion, and her gentle, playful spirit. She loved her family, friends, chocolate, elephants, music, and dancing.
Services: Funeral from KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. on Monday, May 18, 9:30 a.m. to Mary Mother of the Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Burial Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to St. Vincent de Paul Society Visitation, Sunday 4-7 p.m.