Father to Bryan Wilks, he died defending his home from the fire ants that invaded Grayditch. He was a provider and protector for his family, and instilled a strong sense of purpose and respect for family in his son.[1][Non-game 1]
↑The Lone Wanderer: "Why don't you just forget about it and clear on out of here?" Bryan Wilks: "Look, my dad used to always say 'You can do whatever you want in life but the family comes first.' If I left now, I'd just be running away. I can't do that. I owe him." (Bryan Wilks' dialogue)