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KENDALL, 74, longtime reporter for The Philadelphia Tribune died Monday morning at home in West Philadelphia. Wilson was born on Dec. 18, 1933, to Ruth Victoria Wilmore-Wilson and James Oliver Wilson in Kent County, Md. He was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his profession, with many in the industry referring to him as a "legend." He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. Survivors include his wife Helen; daughter Kendra Thomas, stepchildren Vondele Pickens, Lisa Pearson, Karen Shanks, Nichole and Alex Wilson; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews; and grandchildren. A Viewing will be held at 2 P.M. on Saturday at FRANCIS FUNERAL HOME, 5201 Whitby Avenue, Phila., with a Funeral Service to follow at 3 PM.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2008.

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Milton & Yvonne Jasper-Brown

December 8, 2008

To the family of the late Kendall Wilson,
Our sincere sympathy to the family of a wonderful former classmate from Virginia State College,now Univesity.We lost touch with one another through the years but a personality like his brings back memories never forgotten. He was always a gentleman with high standards and morals. You were blessed to have had him in your lives.

Vernon Clark

November 23, 2008

As a reporter who sometimes found himself on the beat with Kendall, I recall him as a solid professional who was comfortable covering any type of event or issue. Black journalists throughout the Philadelphia area, greatly admired Kendall's skill, professionalism and longevity. Prayers and condolences to the loving family.

Sincerly,
Vernon Clark, staff writer Philadelphia Inquirer

Mark Harrell

November 20, 2008

My prayers are with the family at this time, Kendal was a very good friend and elder to me. We shared many long conversations about life, Philadelphia, Black people, politics, etc. There was no topic that he was not knowledgeable about. I learned a lot from him. He will surely be missed, but certainly not forgotten, On behalf of Men United for a Better Philadelphia, in which he was an original member, Rest in Peace.

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