Kenneth R. Wilson, Sr.

Kenneth Ray Wilson, Sr., age 70, of Newville, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2022. He was born February 27, 1952 in Newville. Kenneth was a retired truck driver. He was a member of the Minnequa Social Club, enjoyed watching NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt Sr., and western movies. He loved his cats and dogs and his favorite snacks to enjoy were Slim Jim’s and M&M’s. Kenneth is survived by his wife of 51 years, Connie M. (Shultz) Wilson, who he affectionately called “ZZ” and would always say, “Chop Chop”, children; Tammy Wilson and fiancé, Terry Dasher of Carlisle, Teresa and husband, Brandon Traxler of Carlisle and Kenneth Wilson Jr. of Perry County, grandchildren; Natasha, Curtis, Cody, Faith, Shelby, Americus, Liberty and Anthoney and great-granddaughter, Alexis. He is also survived by siblings, Roger Bitner and Dave Bitner, both of Shippensburg, Marlin Bitner and wife, Kitty Adams of Pine Grove, WV, Gerald Bitner and wife, Cathy Austin of Newville and Deborah, married to Edwin Wakefield of Newville and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, Marshall Wilson, grandmother, Lottie Wilson, mother, Lena (Wilson) Bitner and step-father, Ray Bitner. Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 51 Asper Drive, Shippensburg. Reverend Richard Reese will be officiating. A Viewing will be held from 10:00 AM until time of Services. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, to help with expenses. Any and all contributions are greatly appreciated.