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Wesley L. Karlson Jr. (“Gabby”)

Wesley L. Karlson Jr. (“Gabby”) passed away at the age of 70, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Wilmington, DE.

He attended Springer Junior High School in 1969 and later went on to become a welder in New Castle County for 37 years. Gabby was an avid motorcycle rider and an accomplished snowboarder.

He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Imelda Karlson of Nashville, TN, his brother, Scott Karlson of Dallas, TX, and his niece, Liz Baker of Nashville, TN.

Gabby will be greatly missed by all those who loved him.

Funeral Services

No services have been announced at this time.

Condolences

    Bill Karlson lit a candle and writes,
    Rest in peace, brother. You were much loved.
    06/15/2026 01:07 pm
    NatLEE lit a candle and writes,
    With a heavy heart … the time has come to say see ya soon! I hope it’s even better than anyone can imagine. I will truly miss you. Love you to the moon and back, Gabs 🌈🩵😭🫶🏻💔
    06/15/2026 11:45 pm
    Geralyn lit a candle and writes,
    Oh Gabby, remembering you fondly. G
    06/16/2026 07:44 am
    Geno and MaryLou lit a candle and writes,
    Gabby we'll miss you had great times and laughs riding motorcycles with you
    06/16/2026 08:56 am
    Debbie D lit a candle and writes,
    Fly high, I will never forget seeing you on TV when, Gabby went to Washington. You said, “I’m here to know on doors, to get answers.”
    06/16/2026 10:02 am
    Myra karlson lit a candle and writes,
    My dear, sweet brother-in-law, I have loved you since the moment I met you and you gave me a big welcome into the family. My heart hurts so bad. Thank you for your kindness and all the good times. I will love and miss you forever. ❤️
    06/16/2026 03:24 pm
    Johnny “poppin shred”ONeill writes,
    Mel,Bill,Scott, WesRenGabby,Your the”first”on the heavenly lift to get first carve,Rest in Powder!!!
    06/16/2026 03:42 pm
    Bill the Roach writes,
    My friend
    06/17/2026 12:30 pm
    Dawn Sharpley lit a candle and writes,
    Gabby, you and your sense of humor will be missed. We shared many a ride. Say hi to Jody up there for me?
    06/17/2026 01:01 pm
    Ron Pecqueur writes,
    See you on the other side, brother.
    06/19/2026 10:38 am
    Elizabeth Allen writes,
    I’ll always treasure our time together especially Christmas in Nashville and all those rides. You were dearly loved and will be sorely missed. I hope you are riding a Harley across the universe. RIP my friend.
    06/19/2026 10:51 pm
    craig peters writes,
    See you on the other side Gabby, Ima miss you until then, ride on brother, you are loved!
    06/20/2026 06:24 am
    Jennifer Paden writes,
    Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because, for those who love with their heart and soul there is no such thing as separation. Let the drop of water that is you become a hundred mighty seas. -rumi Carry on road warrior ♡
    06/20/2026 07:15 am
    Spunk writes,
    Rest in peace Gabby. It's been a little bit since I saw you last, I miss our HOG days.
    06/20/2026 10:42 pm
    Charlotte Herr writes,
    Wes' and my greatest memory was our trip to Israel with Skip Moen's tour in 2016. We have been friends for about 15 years and have many friends in common who will also miss him dearly until we meet again on the other side. My sympathies to his family and other friends. Hope you all have good memories to cover the sadness as we celebrate his life.
    06/25/2026 01:56 pm
    Scott Karlson writes,
    Wes was a great brother and friend. I know you're experiencing much in joy in heaven brother. I look forward to meeting you there when it's my time. :)
    06/27/2026 06:11 pm
    Molly Seguin lit a candle and writes,
    My sincerest condolences to Bill and Scott and family, I was so terribly sorry to have heard the news of Wes’s passing. I have such fond memories of your skiing trips with Spring Mountain on your many ski trips to Mont Blanc in St Faustin, Quebec. We enjoyed such great times and shared lots of laughs. May the beautiful memories of him sustain you during this difficult time! RIP dear Wes💖🙏
    06/28/2026 03:15 pm
    Michele Krolick lit a candle and writes,
    My sincere condolences to Bill, Scott, and family. Rest In Peace Gabby 🙏🏻
    07/15/2026 09:25 pm

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