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Eton Wilson Obituary

WILSON, Eton R., Jr. 64, died Friday, September 19, 2008 in Charlotte, NC. Born April 9, 1944, in Colon, Panama to the late Eton Wilson, Sr. and Angelina Innocent, he became a United States citizen in the early 1960's. In 1966 he was married in Nashville and graduated from Fisk University were he was a dedicated member of Kappa Alpha Si, Alpha Chapter. He lived in Boston for many years, before moving to Chicago in 2000 to work for the state of Illinois. Services will be held in Boston at a later date to be announced.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 26, 2008.

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Dorothy Gillis-Branch

October 21, 2008

Eton was bigger than life. He always worn a smile that would light up a room. We shared wonderful times together and I will always remember Eton, for he was special in my life.

Lorna Wilson

October 3, 2008

I loved my big brother very much he was a person of strength and charachter but yet not arrogant. A vey sweet and loving person.

Mary I Robinson

October 2, 2008

I extend my sincere condolences to Hakim and all of Eton's family. My sister, Nancy, cousin, Mimi and I all enjoyed many fun times with Eton, Bobby, and the "Jive Five". Eton was a wonderful person, and a tremendous athlete who went on to become a loving and caring father. He truly is gone too soon.

Leon Cohen

October 1, 2008

May GOD Bless this family Eton and i was very good freinds will miss him but will always be remember.

Nancy Robinson-Hayes

October 1, 2008

Remembering a kind compassionate friend, who loved life and family. Memories of you and Bobby Cofield (“the Wind”), English High football champs and games at White Stadium. Memories of the good times we all spent on Devon, Thane and Fayston Streets. Fond memories of a friend gone too soon. Rest well, Eton, for your suffering has ended. May God continue to comfort and bless your loved ones during this difficult time.

Jonathan Shepard

September 29, 2008

A dear friend indeed. Good business associate. Always caring for others. Loved life. My deepest condolences to the Wilson family. A wonderful man. He will always be remembered.

Jean Welch-Wilson

September 28, 2008

It was March 1963, just before Easter when we met. You and Bobby Cofield walking across Fisk Univ. campus. Three years later, (Aug. 20, 1966) we married and four years after that, Natalie and David were here. We had good times as a family. However, time can chance lifes flow.

Today, I celebrate the husband and father you were. Even more, I'm blessed by the friendship that survived. With the love of good friends, Carole and a caring extended family, you made life a joy. I know the kids and Hakim will miss you. I will also miss you with a special love that never ended. No more illness; no more pain ... only wholeness and God's peace.

Hakim (Leroy) Raquib(Wilson)

September 28, 2008

Eton was not only my Big Brother, he was my shield and protector. He taught me a great about life. Following in his foot steps as "little brother" was a challenge and joy, he set a high standard. He had the Patience of Job with me. in short, a great Human Being, dedicated to his family. Eton frequently said to me "Enjoy this life, because it it short,accomplish as much as possible and have no regrets . "Live" Eton was a Man of his word. I will miss him in this life greatly. May his name be a blessing.

Dolores Perteet

September 27, 2008

I first met Eton as a graduate student at Yale University deparment of Public Health and have kept up with him periodically since that time. He was a friend that will be missed, and I thank God for knowing him. Dolores Perteet

Jo-Anna Rorie

September 27, 2008

A great guy and good friend. It was an honor to have known him.
Jo-Ann Rorie

Natalie Wilson

September 27, 2008

My dad was a wonderful and inspiring man. I am grateful for the opportunity to share time and space with him in this lifetime.

Harold Roberts, Jr

September 26, 2008

May the blessings of heaven and earth rest upon you & your family. Eton we will miss you & our love is with you forever. Blessings from
Harold Roberts, Jr & Family

larry and diane allen

September 26, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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