Roger "Papa" Dan Wilson was born on January 5, 1944, to Irene Wilson and Clifford Wilson in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. He passed away at the age of 82 on April 19, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Roger graduated from Newcastle High School and went on to serve in the United States Army from 1964-1966 as an SP-4 in artillery. On June 11, 1965, he married Frances Cook and they had one son, Roger, Jr. He dedicated much of his life to skilled trades such as a refrigeration technician, framing carpenter, and property maintenance worker. He was known for his strong work ethic and the care he put into every job he touched.

Roger loved his family, especially his grandkids and great-grandkids. He spent most of his time taking care of his family, going on trips with Fran and his grandkids, and playing with his great-grandkids. Everyone who knew him called him Papa. He was the smartest man and could answer any questions you threw at him. Roger was a proud man of God who enjoyed reading his Bible and who always gave the best prayers.

Roger was preceded in death by his son, Roger Dan Wilson, Jr; his parents, Clifford and Irene Wilson; and his siblings, Karl Kirkland, Terry Wilson, Tommy Wilson, and Trilby Plumlee.

He is survived by his wife, Frances Wilson; brothers, Jerry Wilson and Billy Wilson; grandchildren, Jacqueline Wilson, Jennifer Wilson and Kasey Wilson; and great-grandchildren, Allisen Haugen, Rose Haugen, and Arthur Henderson.

Viewing at Mercer-Adams is Wednesday, 12-8pm. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 23, 10:00am, at Mercer-Adams Funeral Service Chapel. Interment will follow in Paoli Cemetery, Paoli, Oklahoma, at 3:00pm.