Peter Wilcox
October 25, 1980 ~ January 20, 2026
Peter Alfred Wilcox, 45, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on January 20, 2026. Memorial Service: 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 27, 2026, with a visitation one hour prior to the service, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids. Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery. Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Peter’s family would like to thank the VA Hospital in Iowa City, for the tremendous care he received in Iowa and in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Deepest gratitude to the doctors and nurses that helped Peter throughout his life.
Peter was born on October 25, 1980, at Mercy Medical Center, Cedar Rapids, the son of Mark and Vicki (Nath) Wilcox.
Peter served honorably in the United States Army from 2004 – 2019. He mobilized to Fort Hood, 2005 – 2007. His overseas deployments were Iraq 2008 – 2009, Afghanistan 2009-2010 and 2015 – 2016. He served in multiple Army Reserve units receiving multiple awards throughout his career and ending his career at the Armed Forces Reserve Center, Cedar Rapids in 2019. His civilian military technician job started in Cedar Rapids at the Armed Forces Reserve Center 2007 as a GS5 with him revealing his talents to his superiors and was quickly promoted to GS 10.
Peter is survived by his mother, Vicki Nath; dog, Domingo; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins; army comrades, and close friends.
Peter was preceded in death by his father, Mark Wilcox, paternal grandparents, Ray (Loretta) Wilcox; maternal grandparents, Grandma Joey “GJ” Nath, and Ron Nath; aunt, Barb Wilcox; uncle, Duane Richardson, and dog, Midas.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Veterans Resource Center, 3117 1st Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403. They need bread, deli meat (ALDI), hamburger, and canned chicken.
If anyone is in need of assistance, please call the Veterans Crisis line at 988 and press 1 or call Foundation 2, 319-362-2174.
Services
Memorial Service:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
10:00 am
St. Matthew Catholic Church
2310 1st Ave NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
319-363-8269
Visitation:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
9:00 am
St. Matthew Catholic Church
2310 1st Ave NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
319-363-8269
Burial: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Mt. Calvary Cemetery
375 32nd St. Dr. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
319-362-4659
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Retired 1SG Karla K. Elm ♥️🇺🇸🦅
Rest in peace .
I hope you have found your peace .
Your Ivy will greatly miss you .
I have so many fond memories of Christmas gatherings with my cousin Peter while we were growing up. We loved going over to Pete’s house to play—Uncle Mark and Aunt Vicki always spoiled us, and Pete was so much fun. We would go home with many stories to tell.
Over the years, we always loved hearing what Peter was up to. In my teens, our family moved away and we lost contact, and I wish we could have had a closer relationship into our adult lives. The last time I saw him was many years ago, when I happened to run into him while he was working at a grocery store. I walked away wishing I could have talked with him longer.
I am deeply thankful for his military service and spent many days praying for him, with updates shared by Aunt Vicki.
We don’t always understand God’s timing, but we can trust that He has a purpose. In our earthly eyes, he is gone far too soon, and my heart aches that his momma has to bury him.
One thing is for sure, Peter was loved and he will be missed.
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” — John 3:16
Sam, Sam, Sam, please you did not let him down. Peter was not responding to many friends in the last 6 months. I reached out to him January 11th with no response. Focus on the time spent with him and Midas. I remember you were so good with Midas. I thought what Peter said at the time when you moved in. He needs help mom. Pass that on in some way to someone that needs help. Then you never let Peter down. Prayers for you and Peter. Call me 319-329-0382 anytime.
We were shocked to hear that Peter had passed so early in life. As we were looking through some pictures from those early years, we were reminded of the many fun memories of the times when our kids got together with Peter when they were young. We wish we could have spent more time with him as he got older.
We we’re so proud when we heard that Peter went into the military and we kept him continually in our prayers during those years of service. And we are still very thankful for his willingness to serve our country.
Vicki, are hearts are broken for you and only the Lord Himself can fill the emptiness. I’m adding a few pictures that made us smile.
Love you, Duane and Ann
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28
For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
Psalm 100:5
You don’t know me, but I’m a military mom and felt I had to reach out. My son is currently on his second deployment. I know it takes a very special person to sign up for service. We worry every time they are deployed. But how proud we are of all of them. I’ve also had lots of loss and grief over the past 10 years. I urge you all to reach out. I found a hospice group that was a great help. You are not alone in this journey. May you find peace and comfort. Psalm 121
So sorry for your loss Vicki. We were next door neighbors of Pete for several years until we moved to Ankeny. He was always great neighbor, always polite and ready to talk. I remember his dog Midas very well who was always ready for a treat when he saw us. Our prayers will be with you Vicki.
So sorry for your loss Vicki. We were next door neighbors of Pete for several years until we moved to Ankeny. He was always great neighbor, always polite and ready to talk. I remember his dog Midas very well who was always ready for a treat when he saw us. Our prayers will be with you Vicki.
Peter, I hope death feels like when you were the most at peace. Like you’re back in Vieques, Puerto Rico, belly full from a volunteer family meal, hands tired from manual labor, drifting to sleep with Grover the duck on your shoulder. You deserve peace. I love you, cousin. Here is a quote from your Facebook, in August 2020, while working in service of others in Vieques:
“Yes. Hawaiian music but it’s island. I’m in heaven and at peace. Sheep got a new pasture today. 4 potholes fixed. Yuca plants saved. Hamberto got his belly rubs. Ppl back home got power from my generator. This is the life.”
(I am posting a screen shot of this Facebook post in the Timeline here, for others to see).
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. May God wrap his arms around Peter and take him to a better place.
We were shocked and saddened to read of Peter’s passing. Know that you are in our prayers and we hope that Peter is now at peace. We have passed this information on to our son John and he sends his sympathy.
Mary Jo and John O‘Connell
I miss you deeply. You were a brilliant light, from deployments to annual training, from stand-up comedy to those fun times at drill. You lifted me up when I was low, and your kindness was unforgettable. I’m so sorry we couldn’t help ease your pain. May you finally be at peace. You’ll always be in my heart.
Love
Ivy
This is heartbreaking. Pete Wilcox was a great Non-commissioned Officer and an even better man, and it was an honor to serve with him. He was the glue that kept the 649th RSG together during our civilian leadership transition and the key architect for our training and preparation that resulted in a successful deployment to Afghanistan. My condolences to his family and friends. I’ll be thinking of him and all of you. SUPPORT AND DEFEND FREEDOM.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I served with SFC Wilcox (Mr. Peter Wilcox) at the 649th RSG (2014-2017), and deployed with him to Afghanistan (2015-2016). Mr. Wilcox, was no doubt, one of the key contributors to our u it’s successful deployment. This world has lost a good man, a friend, and a good Soldier, especially to many who knew him. I pray the Good Lord grant you and your family the strength and comfort to weather this storm. Mr. Wilcox, you will will be missed!
Sincerely,
Ernest