JAMES FREDRICK (JIMMY) WILSON of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Sheryl Lynn Wilson passed away suddenly on July 24, 2012 at the age of 51 years.

Jim was born in Lethbridge on April 21, 1961, the son of the late Donald and Shirley Wilson. He attended public school in Lethbridge, and completed his education at Brentwood College in Victoria.

He owned and operated his own business - Jimmy Scissor Hands Total Tree Care. Jim loved being in the outdoors, windsurfing, sailing, white water rafting, hiking, tennis, waterskiing, and golf. He most loved snow skiing and was a proud member of the Canadian Ski Patrol system. He was the vice president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was an active member of the community and enjoyed volunteering and helping others. He loved to share his knowledge and was passionate about life. He always lived life to the fullest.

Besides his loving wife Sheryl, Jim is survived by his daughter Teighan Kianna Wilson, whom he loved and cherished more than life itself, and his little faithful companion Lizzy. He is also survived by his brothers Robert (Rob) Wilson of Lethbridge, Alan (Jan Bloomfield) Wilson of Edmonton, and John (Kim Thompson) Wilson of Edmonton, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

Jim was predeceased by his father Donald George Wilson, sister Katherine Anne, and his son Ethan Timothy Wilson.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.

A Celebration of Jim's Life will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 2, 2012 at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, with Reverend Deborah Lannon, officiating.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Lethbridge and District, 1405 8th Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 3A2.