Joel Andrew Wilson age 72 of Clinton, IA, passed away Thursday June 15, 2023 at his home with his wife, Linda by his side after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services scheduled. The Pape Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.

Joel was born on Feb. 17, 1951 in Clinton, IA, the son of James C. and Joan C. (Stratton) Wilson. He graduated from Northeast High School in 1969. Joel married Linda Rohde on May 17, 1975 in Kahoka, MO. Joel worked for Eagle Foods for over 36 years and was owner/operator of Stars and Strikes Baseball Card Shop on Main Ave. for over 23 years. He was an avid Chicago White Sox, Bears, and Bulls fan.

Joel is survived by his wife, Linda Wilson of Clinton, IA; his only child, daughter, Maggi Price of Clinton, IA; three grandchildren, Brigita Wilson, Kira Price, and Mya Price; a great grandson, Tyson Andrew Heath; two sisters, Claudia Bilionis and Cathy (Steve) Parsons; and a brother, David (Betty) Wilson. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister, Vicky.

Joel will be deeply and forever missed by his wife, daughter, and granddaughters who he helped raise and were his pride and joy, and his palsy walsy Tyson. He lived his life with a wonderful sense of humor, honesty, and integrity which they will carry forward. There will never be another like him.