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James Wilson Obituary
James proudly served his country for 28 years in the Air Force and was a veteran of the Korean conflict.
James is survived by Betty Joyce, his wife of 56 years. James and Betty have three children, Jim Wilson
of San Jose, Costa Rica, Peggy Taylor of Anchorage and Ken Wilson of Conway, Ark.; and six
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
James is survived by five sisters, numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.
James enjoyed sports and military trivia, southern gospel music and listening to his sons preach. His
family will miss his sense of humor and his love for his southern Alabama roots. The family is comforted
by knowing that when Dad stepped into the presence of his savior and Lord, he heard the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant."
A reception will be held Wednesday at the family home from 3 to 6 p.m. A military memorial will be held Thursday at 1:15 p.m. at the Alabama National Cemetery, 3133 Highway 119, Montevallo, AL 35115.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the James L. Wilson Jr. Memorial Fund for World Missions at Fellowship Bible Church, P.O. Box 10480, Conway, AR 72034.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Wilson
May 19, 2011
We are truly saddened to hear of Jim's passing. When we met him in Anchorage, we found a true friend. He will be greatly missed by you, his family, as well as his many, many friends around the country. Our love to all of you.....know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ed and Liz Vickrey, Jamie, Beth, and families
Bonnie Day
May 17, 2011
Wilson family: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember James as a quiet gentle man. One more person for me to see when I get to heaven. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicky Jones
May 17, 2011
Wilson Family: We live and we die. I loved the beautiful words that were written about Mr. Wilson. Loved to hear his sons preach. I know he was very proud of his children. We have no greater joy then to see our children walk in truth. He was able to see this. Now he is in the presence of our Lord and Savior. Our prayers are with your family. Our love and Prayers Vicky Jones
Diana Bessette-McGee
May 17, 2011
Sending prayers of comfort to the Wilson family. So sorry for your loss.
May 17, 2011
Praying for you all. So sorry to hear that James is gone from earth, but rejoicing that he is at home in heaven. Cindy and Ken Hewitt
Betty Ann Scaife
May 17, 2011
So sorry to learn about your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family.
May 17, 2011
So sorry to hear of his passing. Our prayers are with your family.
Lee and Diane Singer (Madison, AL)
Cheryl Healy
May 17, 2011
I am saddened to hear of the loss of James. He was a kind man. I will never forget the years in Alabama and the friendship you (Betty) and James gave to me & my family. Someday we shall be together forever with our Lord and each other. Never again to say goodbye. You will be in my thoughts & prayers..love to you all
Dale and kim Anton
May 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, james will be missed, he was a wonderful man.
Karen Berry/ramirez
May 17, 2011
My prayers are with the family during this time. I knew Mr. Wilson many years ago in Alaska. He was a wonderful man and helped raise 3 wonderful children. I look forward to seeing him again in Heaven.
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