Dorothy Ann Wilson

Dorothy Ann Wilson, 93, of Amarillo, TX, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026 at Brookdale Sleepy Hollow.

A viewing for friends and family will be from 2-3:00 PM, Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, 2800 Paramount. Funeral service will take place at 10:00 AM, Monday, November 16, 2026 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Interment will be private. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Dorothy was born on April 11, 1933 in Childress, TX to Oda Edmond Thornton and Ordnee Irene Thornton. She met the love of her life, Frank “Buck” Wilson in Amarillo and they were married in Clovis, NM on February, 12, 1949. She attended vocational school and worked at General Mills as receptionist for several years before becoming a full-time stay-at-home mom.

Known affectionately as “Mawmaw” by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, she loved all of them so much and always cherished their visits. She was famous for her “all you can eat breakfasts” and warm hospitality.

Frank and Dorothy loved the mountains, and the family enjoyed many a summer vacation to New Mexico and Colorado. They took dancing lessons at Amarillo College and enjoyed local dances at the senior center and dance competitions around the state. After Frank retired, they took many camping trips, cruises and visited family often.

Dorothy is survived by her loving husband of almost 78 years, Frank. Their children, Danny, Cindy (Jesse) and Tim Wilson all of Amarillo. Grandchildren: Mindy Rose (Ben) and Todd Wilson of Granbury, Katie Hansen (Brandon) of Abilene, Casandra Ellisor (Steven) of Yukon OK, and Kelsey Foreman (Garret) of Abilene. Great grandchildren: Madelyn and Shelby Rose, Cash, Kenzie, Henry and Maizie Hansen. Ethan, Savannah and Aubrey Ellisor and Luke and Blair Foreman. Her dear sister Martha Roberts (Pat) of Amarillo and daughter-in-law Susan Hall (John) of Granbury.

She was preceded in death by her beloved brother Melvin Thornton and her loving sister Betty McEntire.

Dorothy will be remembered for her enduring love for Frank and her family. Her nurturing and grace. She was a truly special, wonderful person who will always live in the hearts of her family and friends.