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Ronald Wilson Obituary
1937 - 2017
NORRIDGEWOCK - Ronald C. Wilson Sr., 80, of Norridgewock, passed away Sunday Oct. 22, 2017, in Skowhegan, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 27, 1937 in Jay, the son of Herbert G. and Alberta F. (McIntyre). Wilson and he grew up in New Sharon.
Ron married Marjorie Cornforth on Oct. 20, 1956, in Skowhegan.
He was a woodsman his entire career, starting out with Emery Warren and then Paul Warren and finally working with his son and grandsons as Wilson Logging.
He was a member of the Maine Draft Horse Association, a member of the Farmers Draft Horse, Mule and Pony Club. Ron had a passion for logging with Draft horses, he coached little league and Babe Ruth Baseball and he was an avid Red Sox Fan.
He leaves his wife of 61 years, Marjorie of Norridgewock; he also leaves his children, Ronald C. Wilson Jr. and his wife Lorri of Norridgewock, Robin Wilson of Norridgewock, Alfred M. Wilson of Skowhegan; his grandchildren, Cameron M. Wilson of Smithfield, Cheryl Wilson of Smithfield, Sean Wilson and his wife Ashley of Madison, Brady Wilson of Norridgewock, Michael LePerle of Providence, RI; great-grandchild, Aiden Wilson of Smithfield who was his special buddy he called "Bubba," Gracie, and Bradin of Madison. He also leaves his siblings, Paul Wilson of South Carolina, Maynard Wilson and his wife Joann of Connecticut, and Gloria White and her husband Richard of Connecticut.
Ron was predeceased by his parents; his daughter Rhonda Wilson Millier; his sister Vina Burchall and his brother Carl Gill.
A Memorial service will be held 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Norridgewock Baptist Church, 22 Main St., Norridgewock, with a celebration of life following at the Skowhegan-Madison Elks Lodge, 21 Silver St., Skowhegan.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, Maine.
Donations may be made in his memory to the:
Maine Draft Horse Association Maine Draft Horse & Ox Association,
c/o Sandra Dickey,
301 Fahi Pond Rd.
North Anson, ME 04958 or
a charity of your choice
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Wilson
October 27, 2017
its been a long time since I saw you but my love and heart are with you I have been through this I pray you and the family will remember the good times
Jim & Linda Williams
October 26, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Ron was one of Maine's finest! Our thoughts are with you.
October 25, 2017
Sorry to hear of the loss of your dear love one. May the God of all comfort sustain you du in your time of grief.
BM
Joel/Laurie Violette
October 25, 2017
Margie and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
October 25, 2017
Dear Ron Jr. and family. We are very sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a model of a true Mainer. Hard working and honest. It was a pleasure working with him harvesting our trees. Jan & Jim Mathieu
Ray & Dolly Seavey
October 25, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Tina Mathieu
October 24, 2017
Margie and the Wilson families, so sorry for your loss. thoughts and prayers to you all.
David and mary Davis
October 24, 2017
So sorry for your loss Cameron our thoughts and prayers are with u all
Diane Williamson-goodell
October 24, 2017
Ronald will be missed, so sorry for your loss Margie and Family
October 24, 2017
Marge and family
Sorry to hear of Ronald passing. We will miss talking to him when he delivered our wood.
May the memories you hold close bring you comfort today and live in your heart always. So sorry for your loss.
Mike & Claire Tuttle
October 24, 2017
Marge and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will miss Ron's sense of humor along with his mischievous grin and chuckle! Take good care of yourselves at this difficult time.
Love,
Cherylene
Robin Robinson
October 24, 2017
Marge and family,
I was sorry to hear this. Another good horseman gone. Have thought of you often over the years and especially now. You have lots of memories to reflect on....you will find comfort in them. My condolences to you all.
October 24, 2017
Sorry to hear of Ronald passing, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Larry Boulette
Cynthia Marceau
October 24, 2017
Cannot look at Maple trees without thinking of Ronald. Cannot look at work horses without thinking of Ronald. Cannot watch Elvis movies without thinking of childhood sleepovers as Robin's friend on a Saturday night in the Wilson household. Cannot fly on an airplane without remembering my first plane ride with Robin and her Aunt in 1974.The Ronald Wilson Family were/are more than neighbors...they were/are dear friends. Their sorrow is my sorrow. Peace to them.
Cynthia Marceau
October 23, 2017
To my old friends and neighbors, the Wilson Family...my deepest sympathy for your loss and the pain you are you dealing. I will never forget the trip to Connecticut in 1974 (I went along as Robin's guest) and Ronald mistook his father's denture-cleaning paste for toothpaste that first morning! He still managed to wear one of his grins amidst the laughter at his expense...Hugs and smiles...
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