James L. Wilde

Wynantskill - James L. Wilde, 85, died Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Albany Medical Center Hospital New Scotland Avenue after a long illness.

Born in Ypsilanti, MI, he was son of the late Leslie Wilde and Opal Albertson Wilde and husband of the late Shirley Wilbur Wilde. He was raised in Ypsilanti, MI and resided in Wynantskill for many years.

Mr. Wilde was owner and operator of James L. Wilde Contracting in Wynantskill for 55 years, retiring in 2019.  

Survivors include two sons, Larry Wilde, Longwood, FL and Daniel Wilde, Troy; a daughter, Janice (Robert) Miller, Wynantskill; two brothers, Maurice (Carol) Wilde, Castleton and Robert Wilde, Denton, TX; 6 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by a grandson, Bryan Wilde and his siblings, Larry, Leslie and Sharon Wilde.

Funeral service private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in memory of James L. Wilde to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society 3 Oakland Avenue Menands, NY 12204 or Alzheimer's Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, IL 60601.  We recommend using the brycefuneralhome.com website to share or send condolences or light a candle.

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