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Frank Wilson Obituary
Candler - Frank Wilburn Wilson, 87 years old, born July 5, 1928, of Candler, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. He was the son of the late Rev. Hubert Wilson and Hattie McElrath Wilson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Emily Cathey Wilson; sons, Randy Wilson (Sandy), Larry Wilson (Cindy); daughter-in-law, Brenda Wilson; grandchildren, which were the love of his life, Melanie Wilson, Allison Morgan (Kevin), Jennifer Kruk (Casey), Brandon Wilson (Stacey) and Cody Gentry; great grandchildren, Blaike Fisher, Malachi Morgan, Evan Wilson, Cooper Kruk, Kampbell Kruk and Viven Wilson. He is also survived by his brother, Hubert "Bud" Wilson (Bernice); sister, Ella Hardin, several nieces and nephews, special friends, Joe and Juanita Ball, Bruce and Paula Taylor, Glenn and June Thompson, Frank Messer, and Lindsay and Jenny Barrier.
Frank retired from America Enka Corporation with 38 years of service. He was a faithful member of Pole Creek Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon, Sunday School director, and training Union Director. He also worked as a RA leader, sang in the choir and was on the cemetery committee.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 2:00 PM, the family will receive friends an hour and a half prior to the service at Pole Creek Baptist Church, 96 Snow Hill Church Road, Candler, NC. Reverend Dennis Thurman will officiate the service. A private family burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the JF Keever Solace Center Care Partners PO Box 25338 Asheville, NC 28813. Condolences may be made to the family at www.AshevilleMortuaryServices.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Wilson
Deborah Roberts
November 10, 2015
Dear Emily, I am so sorry to see that Frank has passed. He was just a sweet person. I always enjoyed seeing you both coming into Food Lion. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Deborah Roberts
Charlie Sams
November 9, 2015
My condolences. Frank was a fine Christian gentleman, God Bless
Jean Parham
November 7, 2015
Mr.Wilson was such a Kind and sweet person,a pillar of the community.he will be missed,just heard tonight and am so sorry I missed the service,,He is with God now,free from all pain,his work on earth is done,cherish his memories they are forever,May God be with you Emily and the family,,,Much love from me and my boys,,,Eddie and Stacey thought so much of him,and Emily may God give you comfort and strength at this time..
Jean Parham and Family
Pauline Brinkley
November 7, 2015
My Prayers are with you,sorry I did not get to come to the funeral because I did not hear about it in time,,May God be with you at this time.
Pauline Brinkley
Colby Shope
November 7, 2015
Dear Wilson family,
We are very sorry for your loss. I can always remember Mr. Wilson smiling all the time and wishing me good luck when I would see him regularly in Bojangles before going hunting. He would always go out of his way to speak to me. I enjoyed seeing him there as he would always brighten my day.
With love and sympathy,
-Colby and Taylor Shope
Brian McElrath
November 7, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of franks passing. I send my deepest condolences.
ken clontz
November 7, 2015
larry I remember your dad very well he was my dads boss and he always was kind and had a smile for everyone
Ed McGlamery
November 6, 2015
Larry sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a real gentleman. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Ramona Beck
November 6, 2015
Deepest sympathies to the family during this difficult time. God Bless you all. Frank come to Bojangles in Candler where I am a manager. He was always very kind.
Susanne Randall
November 6, 2015
Sorry to hear May God bless your family an peace be with you Mr Frank was a Aweson neighbor would wave when seen you he is going to be a beautiful Angle Amen Susanne RandallDowood Candler N !c
Jerry Frady
November 6, 2015
Dear Wilson family,
Very sorry to hear about Frank.
He was always a breath of fresh air to our family.
Smiling, friendly a true blessing to be around him and Mrs. Emily.
Randy, Larry and entire family please know that we will pray for comfort during your time of loss. GOD BLESS all your family.
Mary and Jerry Frady
Ken and Susan Day
November 6, 2015
Frank was such a sweet man,we will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in their time of grief.
November 6, 2015
Our prayers and love to the family.Mr.Wilson was a pleasant,thoughtful and kind person.He truly will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.Bill,Peggy Bryson and family.
Rachel Whtieside
November 6, 2015
Frank was always so sweet. They were great to my grandmother and great grandmother. He will be missed greatly.
Don and Sandy Pressley
November 6, 2015
Frank was a friend to everyone. He owned a 40 ford that belonged to my dad. I have known him my entire life.
Sheila Crooke
November 6, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to all of the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bart and Sheila Crooke
Brenda Wilson
November 6, 2015
A true, true blessing in my life; always treated me like a daughter. Loved you and will miss you greatly but know you are flying with the angels.
Felicia Crouch
November 6, 2015
I remember Frank when he would come in Bojangles candler every morning when I worked there. He was such a sweet man. Always so kind. My thought and prayers go out to his family. God bless you all.
linda Barnes
November 5, 2015
So sorry Ms Emily and family Mr Frank will surely be missed by all You all ree in our thoughts and prayers Praying God will giveyou strength , comfort and peace. heaven gained an Awesome Angel He was loved by many he was always the kindest man and was so good to everyone With Deepest Sympathy Love Linda and Ben Barnes
Ron and Audrey Morrow
November 5, 2015
Frank was always a pleasure, whether at work or church. He was genuine. It was an honor to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of loss.
Bob and Caro Blackwell
November 4, 2015
We will always remember Frank for his pleasant smile and friendly nature. He was a good friend and Candler neighbor. Everyone enjoyed seeing his holiday decorations. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for his family.
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