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WILLIAMSBURG - Tommy L. Wilson, of Williamsburg, Va., died on Sept. 5,2008.
Wilson is survived by a loving wife, Michele and a devoted son, Robert.
Mr. Wilson, a 1958 graduate of Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio, enrolled in the U.S. Air Force shortly after graduation and retired after 30 years. After his retirement, Mr. Wilson secured employment with the U.S. Army. Prior to his death Mr. Wilson worked as a Contracts Officer at Fort Eustis, Va.
During his tenure in the U.S. Air Force, Mr. Wilson attained two degrees and was lauded as an expert in Russian history and was often called upon to give lectures and briefings relative to his knowledge.
Mr. Wilson, a sports enthusiast, was a member of the track team and football team in high school and also played football while in the Air Force. Second to his love of sports was his love of western movies. Many of his last days were spend enjoying movies featuring John Wayne and Clint Eastwood.
In addition to his wife and son, Mr. Wilson is survived by Anne Robinson of Chillicothe, Ohio, Harold Wilson of Sherman Oakes, Calif, Verdell Wilson of Largo, Md., Ruth Wilson of Fredericksburg, Va., Rose Wilson of San Francisco Calif., Robert Wilson of Canton, Ohio, and a host of relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
Donations may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press on Sep. 10, 2008.

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Gay Gregory

September 16, 2008

To the Wilson family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Tom was a wonderful friend and coworker and was always there for us, his family at Ft Eustis. He will always be remembered as a special person who was a genuine friend to all he met. Tom will be missed. May you rest in peace Tom. We miss you.

Edna Van Lieu

September 15, 2008

To all who loved and respected Tom - he was such a friend to all - like the old soldier/airman he was, he was always there for everyone he met, whether the private, the general, or the person in the next cubicle. We will all miss Tom's smile and helping hands. Tom - blessings are on you and yours and keep the pearly gates ajar for all us friends, relatives, coworkers and customers - we all benefited from knowing you!

Brian & Cheryl Shortell

September 15, 2008

May you know that you have your neighbors' thoughts of deepest sympathy and sorrow for your loss. We care and are here for your support.

Marla Bell

September 11, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Marla (PCI front desk)

Cindy Hanrahan

September 10, 2008

To the Wilson Family and DOC Family - I am so very sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to sit next to Tom for a couple of years at the DOC (2002-2004) and I definitely know about that loud booming phone voice (as my vendors did too). I also know that Tom was a kind, good hearted man, passionate about his work and sports. Always willing to lend a helping hand, never without a story and wonderful sense of humor. Rest in Peace Tom.........you will be missed.

Renzer Brown

September 10, 2008

Mrs. Wilson, I am sorry for the loss of Tom from this world, I know he is pain free. The impact and lives he has touch will sorely be missed. I pray that the blessing of our Lord and Saviour will be with you and comfort you during your time of need and loss.

Friend Renzer (Newport News)

Margaret Strang

September 10, 2008

I first met Tom in August 2001, when I arrived at Fort Eustis to start my Contracting Internship. He was instrumental in training me and made sure that I always had everything that I needed. He was like a father to me, in fact, I always told him that I was the daughter he never had. Even though, I departed Ft. Eustis at the end of my internship in 2003, Tom and I still kept in touch over the years. In fact, when he found out he was ill, he made a point to contact me so that I would hear of his illness from him. I will miss you “dad.” Rest in peace--my friend. I am confident that I will see you again in Glory and you shall be made whole. My sincere condolences to Mrs. Wilson and Robert during this very difficult period of time.

NRCC US Army

September 10, 2008

You are Blessed to have had so many years with Tom.

Camilla Tramuel

Kenneth Cummings

September 10, 2008

May the Lord bless the Wilson Family during this time of loss. Tom Wilson was a great human being. Tom was my first trainer when I came into the Army Acquisition Corps, and he would crack me up when he would be on the phone talking loud enough for most people in the building to hear him. He will certainly be missed by a whole lot of people whose lives he has affected in so many ways.

MAJ Kenneth F. Cummings

Carolyn Hitt

September 10, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you as they have been through Tom's illness. I have known and worked with Tom for Ft Monroe contracts for many years. . He always had a smile and was always helpful. I learned so much from him over the years. He will be sorely missed.

Sharon Hilliard

September 10, 2008

To the Wilson family,

I've known Tom for several years and I have to tell you, he was the kind of person that gave his all. Funny and sometimes quite serious. He will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace Tom.

September 10, 2008

To the Wilson family,

My prayers are with you all during this time. Please stay strong and believe that everything will be ok. I worked with Tom for many years, and he was a true blessing to this office. Love and Peace to you all. PENNY EPPS

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