Agnes Jackson Wilson

I knew Agnes through my association with her son, John Howard Wilson when we met in Oxford in 2003 at the Centenary of Evelyn Waugh. She was a remarkable, one might say indefatigable lady who kept up with the gathering of Waugh scholars as they visited the sites at which the author had stayed and lived, including his home in Combe Flory and his college at Oxford. These travels could be arduous at times but she never faltered or hesitated to keep up with the younger people. She was an...

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Wilson's passing. She was my science teacher at Roosevelt Jr. High School. She was my favorite teacher, so enthusiastic! My condolences to her family.

Janet, Even though your mom was my homeroom teacher over 50 years ago, I will always remember her. She was the most sincerely caring teacher I ever knew. My sympathy to you and your family.

The photo is perfect. Agnes was a woman of great can-do energy, which she brought to everything, from raising her kids, to raising the neighbors' kids too. She looked out for us all. Thank you Agnes, for being a great neighbor.

To the family of Mrs. Wilson,
I will never forget your mom as my science teacher at Roosevelt. She had such a glow about her when she taught. Your mom was an inspiration to everyone of her students. She will be one of God's beautiful flowering angels now. My prayers are with the family.

Darlene Jordan Kenny

Janet,
I can’t put into words my feelings of affection and admiration I had for your mom. Tears come flowing to my eyes. She was an outstanding lady and teacher, a dear friend and colleague. I loved Agnes and will keep her in my prayers.