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Carroll Wilson Obituary

Carroll Ellwood Wilson, 76, of Wilsons, Va., passed away on Nov. 12, 2010, a day after his 76th birthday.

He was a strong, well-read, articulate man who loved his family, friends, farm, pets, the Marine Corps and his country.

He leaves behind his children, Beth Mertz, Barbara Reese and Tom Wilson; his beloved sons-in-law, Frankie Reese and David Mertz; and daughter-in-law, Sheila Wilson. His grandchildren, Matthew and Jacob Mertz, Sara Reese, Rachel and Ryan Wilson, will miss him dearly. Carroll grew up in Shippensburg, Pa., where his brothers, Harold and Larry Wilson, still reside. His youngest brother, Michael, lives in Vienna, Va.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a future date. In honor of his life, please make a donation to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund or your local animal shelter. Semper Fi. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Progress-Index on Nov. 16, 2010.

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Daryl Zimmerman

November 22, 2010

To Carroll Wilson family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of Carroll. Did not get to see him much since he moved away from Shippensburg. But went I throught of him or heard his name I throught of grandpa Carroll Zimmerman, which I am sure he was named after. I will be praying for the family and may Gods light shine over you in the coming days. God Bless.

Daryl Zimmeran Orrstown Pa.

Carol Fisher

November 16, 2010

Barbara and Frankie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know it was a great shock to you. I will always remember how much Daddy thought of Carroll and how good Carroll was to him. If a drop of rain fell, one would call the other to see how much the other got--they can share that information personally now. May your memories help you through this time of grief. In His Love, Carol Fisher

Shirley Rouse

November 16, 2010

To the family of Carroll Wilson, so sorry to hear of your sad loss. May God be with you during this time and help you through and may your grief pass gently.

Shirley Rouse (friend of Carolyn)

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