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Canton - Dee Jasper "Dick" Wilson, age 92, passed away on May 5, 2016 at Arrowhead Cove in Canton.
He was born in Piedmont, South Carolina on January 9, 1924 to the late Lennie Otis and Lula Nicholson Wilson. He was preceded in death by six brothers and 2 sisters. He was reared from infancy by his late aunt, Mrs. Florence W. Burnett of Canton. He was preceded in death by his foster siblings Genevieve B. Roberts, Joe L. Burnette, Daisy B. Hurley, Gertrude B. Campbell, Lucille B. Conder and Jesse Albert Burnette.
Upon graduation from Canton High School, Mr. Wilson attended Asheville Biltmore College before joining the Army Air Corp in 1942 during World War II, and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant receiving his pilot wings in March 1944. He served as a flight instructor on AT6 aircraft at Cochran Field in Georgia. Following discharge in 1945 he attained the rank of Captain in the Air Force Reserve.
He graduated from Georgia Tech in 1942 with a degree in Industrial Management and worked at American Enka as an engineer prior to joining Square D Company's start-up team in 1961. He retired as Plant Engineer in 1986 with twenty-five years of service.
Mr. Wilson is survived by his daughter, Susan L. Wilson of Canton, and his son, Gary T. Wilson and his wife, Keva, of Sharpsburg, GA; two granddaughters, Lauren Nelms and Haley Evans; and three great grandchildren, Eli, Ila and Aaron; and numerous cousins.
A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, May 14 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Candler.
The family would like to acknowledge a special thank you to the nurses and caregivers at Arrowhead Cove for the care and support you provided.
In lieu of flowers contributions to the Asheville Humane Society, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806 will be appreciated.
Moore Funeral Home at Forest Lawn is assisting the family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.moorefh.net.
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Sherie Evans
May 10, 2016
Gary, Susan, Keva, Haley, and Lauren,
I am so sorry about the loss of your dear father and grandfather. Every time I saw him, he had a sweet word or something to say to make people smile. Praying for you all, Sherie & Ricky Evans
Mamie Harper
May 10, 2016
He served his Country, raised two outstanding children, Susan, and Gary. Gary, and Keva enriched his life with his granddaughters, and great grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. He was an accomplished man, who had interesting life experiences to share. I enjoyed spending time talking with him. My heart goes out to his family, and I know GOD will comfort them now, and all the days ahead. Your memories will keep him with you always.
Sheri Dixon-Henson
May 10, 2016
I have so many good memories with Dee. Our breakfast and lunch outings. He would tell me about a new place to eat and we would go try it. The day he said let's go to "Another Broken Egg". I thought, "what is he getting me in to". Needless to say it was awesome and he loved their coffee mugs. He loved "Little Boy" hot dogs but since he could not get them on demand he liked "The Hot Dog King". He loved cooking. His cheese dip, his cakes. I would bring him fresh eggs. Dee I am gonna miss you.
Sheri Dixon-Henson
May 6, 2016
Susan, Gary and Family, My heart is broke. What is hard is when death happens like this we as employees have to go on and do our job. We can't break down. But Thursday I think all left us because the tears were flowing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Susan I am gonna miss seeing you up there and Gary I am gonna miss hearing about where you have traveled to month after month. He kept us updated. I love you guys
Arrowhead Cove Residents
May 6, 2016
Susan and Gary, the residents at Arrowhead Cove would like to extend our deepest sympathy.Our home will not be the same without Dee.May you feel the comfort in Gods loving arms wrapped around you.
Casey Morgan
May 5, 2016
My sincerest condolences to all the family. I loved him like a grandparent and it was my pleasure to care for him over the past few years. He will be missed very much at Arrowhead Cove.
Lisa and Rob Patten
May 5, 2016
My deepest condolences to your dear family. Thank you for allowing me to be apart of his life and enjoying our time together. I will miss him, his humor and kindness.
Moore Funeral Home At Forest Lawn
May 8, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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