Marion R. Wild, 77, of 200 E. Seventh St., Oswego, passed  
away, Thursday, May 8, 2008, at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a  
courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Albany, Marion was a resident of Oswego for 43 years. She met  
her husband of 55 years, Terence Wild, on a blind date on St.  
Patrick’s Day, 1951. They were married after Marion graduated from  
S.U. as a registered nurse. Marion and Terence were blessed with  
seven children.

Marion enjoyed family gatherings, camping and any activities  
involving her children. Marion continued her love for children as an  
elementary school nurse for 20 years in Oswego.

She was a lifelong member of Trinity United Methodist Church and on  
the board of trustees for 30 years. After retiring, she enjoyed  
spending time with family and friends, traveling and reading.

Surviving are her husband, Terence of Oswego; children, Michael of  
Phoenix, Ariz., Steven of Oswego, Daniel (Susan) of Oswego, Robert  
(Kristen) of Phoenix, Gary (Elizabeth) of Webster, Bruce (Diane) of  
Simpsonville, S.C., Cindy (Rick) Somers of Oswego; grandchildren,  
Josh, Alex, Kelci, Tommy, David, Jake, Nick, Olivia, John, Adam,  
Victoria, Elizabeth, Kellye, Tony, Casey and Ryan; great-
granddaughter, Nya; brother-in-law Chris Wild; and several nieces and  
nephews.

A memorial service will held  at 10 a.m., Tuesday, at Trinity United  
Methodist Church.

Calling hours are 4-7 p.m., Monday, at Nelson Funeral Home, 11 W.  
Albany St., Oswego.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to  
Trinity United Methodist Church, 45 E. Utica St., Oswego.

Online condolences may be made at www.nelson-funeralhome.com.