Chance Ray Wilson

It’s extremely hard as parents to write an obituary for such an extraordinary son whose life ended much to soon. As difficult as it will be everyday, to know Chance is gone, we will carry with us the great memories of a beautiful son who lived life to the fullest, while also knowing the he was loved unconditionally by his family and his many friends.

Chance got his wings way too soon, passing away days shy of his 23rd birthday. Those who knew Chance will remember his gentle smile and free spirit. We know he will continue to shine brightly over us in his special way.

In the process of completing his senior year at the University of Utah, Chance was majoring in communication and business. He earned straight “A’s”, proudly making the Deans List almost every semester. He was employed during winter at Bandits Grill and Bar since the age of 15. In the summer months, he assisted with Park City Stand Up Paddle Boarding in Deer Valley. He was also successfully pursing his own career as a photographer in the field of marketing and graphic design.

Chance had his own unique style, known for wearing stylish hats and cool shades. He loved the mountains. Chance was an innovative freestyle skier and found his thrills on Kings Crown. When the snow melted, he enjoyed competitive downhill mountain biking, along with wake surfing and cliff jumping. His passion for skate boarding began as a toddler while living in southern California, prior to moving to Utah. He was natural born athlete who excelled in extreme sports. He thrived on pushing himself to his limits and, of course, capturing these moments with video.

Chance is survived by a long list of loving family, who will miss him dearly: his parents, Lori and Packy, and his sister, Danica, of Park City; grandparents Carolyn and Ken Dabbs of Carlsbad, California, grandfather Ray Wilson of Punta Mita, Mexico, aunt Sasha and uncle Shawn Borba and uncle Matt Kraft, all of Park City, aunt Randi Lee Wilson of Carlsbad, California, and aunt Rhonda and uncle Justin Yarro of Provo, Utah, and uncle Rod Everett of Las Vegas, Nevada. Chance’s cousins include Joe and Trevor Wilson, Breesa, Sierra and Shyla Everett, Chloe and Canaan Yarro, Gavin and Tanner Kraft.

Chance touched so many lives with his wit, warmth, and genuine sincerity. He was best known for his caring spirit. He had many wonderful groups of friends who loved and supported him through his life journey. We hope they will stay in our lives.

A celebration of Chance will be held at PCMR at the Legacy Lodge in March (date to be determined). In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations be made to the foundation to be announced on the day of Chance’s celebration of life.