Vicki Timson, age 71, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on September 4, 2025. She was born on September 23, 1953, in Denver, Colorado, to Maxine and James Thompson, and was lovingly raised by her stepfather, Fred Lawrence.
Though Vicki never attended college, she earned countless of her own qualifications throughout her life, listed by most qualified… google doctor, meteorologist, detective, politician, veterinarian, mechanic, lawyer, top Life360 user, professional bingo and slot player (she never missed the chance to take a girl’s trip to the casino, the slots miss her dearly)—but above all, she was the boss.
In all seriousness, she was a skilled dog trainer. She spent countless hours with her beloved collies, guiding them to win numerous shows. Many will also remember “Mrs. Timson” as the cherished lunch lady at Meadowlark Elementary, where she worked for years while raising her daughters. Beyond her work, she was an extraordinary cook whose meals always left people wanting more. She passed down her passion for cooking and baking to her children and grandchildren, ensuring her legacy will live on through us.
Above all else, her greatest achievement was being a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She always put her family before herself, and even with her final words, she made sure we knew that she loved us and said, “that’s the most important thing.”
Vicki was preceded in death by her mother, stepfather & father, Maxine & Fred Lawrence, Jim Thompson as well as her siblings Judy Taylor, Marty Childres, Kitty Scott, and Steve Taylor. She is survived by her husband, Bob Timson; her brother Tommy Thompson (wife Debi Thompson), her sister/niece Deb Davis, her daughters, Michelle Timson and Tina Livingston (husband Jeff Livingston); and her grandchildren, Gage Livingston (fiancé Brandi Vinyard), Gabi Livingston and Morgan Phillips.
Her wit, sarcasm, and sass will forever remain in our greatest memories.
Memorials may be made to the Rolling Hills Zoo and may be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467.