Jeffery Wilde

''PaPa ''Jeffery Robert VVilde, 67, passed away on April 28, 2025, in Amarillo, Texas. Born on March 7, 1958, in Pomona, California to Margeret and Robert Wilde, Jeffery lived a life rich in family and filled with the simple joys that brought him happiness.

There are currently no services planned at this time. 

Jeffery was a devoted husband to Pam Wilde of Amarillo for over 30 years and a proud father to his six children: daughters Courtney Francis of Amarillo, Jennifer Cates of Panhandle, Dena and husband Lee Stavenhagen of Amarillo, and Dedra and husband Warren Lincoln of Claude; and sons Lee and wife Madeline Eddleman of Washburn and Billy and wife Logan Eddleman of Claude. His legacy continues through his large and loving family, including 14 granddaughters, 6 grandsons, 5 great-granddaughters, and 6 great-grandsons. He also leaves behind his mother-in-law Bonnie of Mclean, two brothers, Kevin and wife Julie Wilde of Amarillo and Nathan and wife Michelle Wilde of Amarillo; four sisters, Laura Wilde of Gulf Port, MS Margarett Kelley of Amarillo, Judy Lambert of Amarillo, and Glenna and husband Bob Roesener of Idaho Falls, ID; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins who were dear to him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Margarett and Robert Wilde, and his father-in-law Gary Wilson.

Known affectionately as ''PaPa, '' Jeffery found his greatest joy in being surrounded by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Whether he was tinkering with tools or casting a line while fishing, he embraced life's quiet pleasures with enthusiasm. But above all else, it was his role as PaPa that defined him-offering love, laughter, and guidance to the generations that followed him. Jeffery's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. May his legacy bring comfort to all who loved him.