Wilson Shelby Camden

Wilson Shelby Camden Jr., 66, of Jefferson City, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019, in Columbia. He left us with a bucketful of memories; almost all good. Whatever bad were erased the moment you heard his laugh and saw his pirate's smile. His parents, Wilson S. Camden Sr. and Angela Camden and two siblings, Jeanie Koenig and Arnold Camden, preceded Wilson in death. Surviving are his son, Chandler Shelby Camden; daughter, Yasmine Camden; daughter-in-law, Ashley Camden; grandchildren, Ashton, Kessler and Emma Camden, Yamieyah Ennis and William Castro III; siblings, Benjamin Camden, Julie Keller, Helen McMellen, Shirley Hilgert (Dennis), Elizabeth Francis (Jim), Mary Philbert (James), Steve Camden (Dalane) and Regina Remmel. In his youth, Wilson sang in area bands. Construction trades was his gift, later tuck-pointing. Wilson loved working with his hands. His bear hugs will be missed. We're smiling because we knew and loved him. Crying too, because we wanted more. Services reflect his wishes to be private and with family. In lieu of flowers, make a donation in Wilson's name or volunteer an hour or two to your favorite charity in his memory. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.ParkerMillard.com