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WAYNE WILSON Obituary

WILSON, Wayne J. Jr. Of Roslindale, Nov. 15, 2013. Husband of Irene Peggy (Higgins) Wilson. Father of Thomas Wayne Wilson and Robert Joseph Wilson and Krystin Paige of Hanson. Son of the late Marie I. (Martin) Wilson and W.J. Wilson. Son-in-law of Gerald P. and Yvonne Higgins of Lincoln, Nebraska. Brother of Diane and her husband Byron Sanderson of West Bridgewater, Lauren and her husband Henry Drew of Leominster, William Duncan of Jamaica Plain, Glenn Pohl Ulm of Germany and the late Robert E. Duncan. Also survived by several nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles and cousins. Visiting hours from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, on Thursday, Nov. 21st are 4-7 pm. Relatives and friends invited. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Waynes memory to the Education Fund for Thomas and Robert Wilson. For directions and guestbook www.gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 16 to Nov. 20, 2013.

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William Duncan

November 10, 2021

I miss you, my little (big) brother! We went through a lot, both good and bad, but we loved each other. Our relationship was special and we knew it!!!

William Duncan

December 23, 2013

Thank you to all who expressed their condolences and shared our loss. Wayne's brother, Bill

November 23, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to Wayne's family and friends. I met Wayne a few years ago when we discussed his interest in serving public office. I recall Wayne's sincerity, passion and patriotism. Wayne's contributions to the community and beyond will be missed but not forgotten. My deepest sympathies during this very difficult time.

Felix D Arroyo

November 21, 2013

This is so unexpected, my condolences to the family.

KRISTY DEVANEY

November 21, 2013

I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN REGARDS TO YOUR LOSS. I WORKED WITH WAYNE @BWPO. WE WOULD RUN INTO EACH OTHER ON BREAK, & I ALWAYS ENJOYED OUR CONVERSATIONS. MY THOUGHTS, & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.

Sandy Kautz

November 21, 2013

Wayne was ever present, often with his beloved boys, championing progressive causes and candidates in Roslindale and beyond. He will be so sadly missed. Heartfelt condolences..

Denise MacIsaac

November 21, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Wayne was a great guy & will be missed in the neighborhood. Please know we are thinking & praying for you & your family today & always.
The MacIsaac Family

November 21, 2013

Please accept our condolence. Your family will be in our prayers.
- Everest & Patricia Draper.

Mary Ellen Gambon

November 20, 2013

"I'm very sorry for your loss. Wayne was such a dedicated person. He loved local politics. What most impressed me was how devoted he was to his boys. He will be deeply missed in the community."

Anne Rousseau

November 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wayne once brought his boys to the the JP Warren campaign office and it is was clear how much he loved them.

Paul McCaffrey

November 18, 2013

I very sorry for your loss.

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