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Rodney B. "Rod" Wilson

Tyler, Tx, Pennsylvania

1944 - 2016

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Rodney (Rod) B. Wilson, 71, passed away February 5, 2016 in Tyler, Texas after a brief illness. Rod was born November 19, 1944 to Lester and Louella Wilson in Carlisle, Pa. After graduating from Newport High School in 1964, Rod joined the U.S. Air Force and served in many positions within the...

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I was privileged to serve with Rod and Cathy at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. Rod was a great man and he and Cathy certainly helped me make it through being so far away from home. Rod and Cathy were the BEST and I am so thankful for the memories with them. They once let me stay in their upstairs apartment while they were visiting somewhere. I was truly Blessed to have them both in my life. Prayers for all of the Wilson Family...

We were so lucky to have had you in our family, Rod. You were a very cherished addition. Thank you for loving my sister Cathy and keeping her smiling and laughing over the years you two had together. So many wonderful memories from Germany to Colorado to Crockett. You will be sorely missed. Love you! Sharon & Jeff

Its sad that the people we know have passed from our lives. I will always remember your laughter and jokes. RIP Carla Barnes (ex-sister inlaw)

Dad, I hope you are resting, relaxing and having a great time with grandma up in Heaven. I am incredibly grateful and thankful that both Cathy and I were able to spend the last days of your life by your side. I will always remember the great memories we built while you were on this earth and will miss you dearly. Please watch over all of us that are still down here on earth, especially Cathy and help her cope with your loss the best way you know how. I now know that Cathy and I have a...

I am honored and blessed to have known Rodney. He was truly a blessing in all of the lives that he touched. I have many fond memories of him specifically singing the song "16 Tons". I am saddened by the loss that our family has encountered but am thrilled that Heaven has gained another angel. Rest in Peace Rodney.

Dad - I am incredibly blessed and thankful that both Cathy and I were able to spend the last days of your life by your side. While you are in Heaven, I ask that you watch down on all of us, especially Cathy, and help her cope with your loss as best as you can. Please give grandma, grandpa & Michelle a hug and kiss from me and tell them that I love them as well. I will miss you deeply, Dad. I can't wait to see you again!