Connie Renee Wilson

Connie Renee Wilson was born on August 3, 1958, in Nashville, TN, to John P Norman and Mattie Lou Jackson. She embraced her faith early on, becoming a devoted member of Olivet Missionary Baptist Church under the guidance of the late Reverend Robert E. Holt. Later, she continued her spiritual journey at Gospel United Baptist Church, where she also served in the choir.

 

Educated in the Metro Nashville Public Schools, Connie graduated from Pearl High School in 1976. Following her graduation, she enlisted in the military in 1976, serving her country with honor until her honorable discharge in October of 1979. 

 

She then embarked on a career with the State of Tennessee, dedicating over 35 years of service between the Dept. of Safety and Dept. of Transportation (Highway Marking Division). In addition, she managed the Nashville State Tech Bookstore for 4 years between the transition of the two State of Tennessee Departments. In 1986, Connie started working at Walmart holding various positions until her retirement in August 2021. She was no stranger to hard work.

 

Connie made a lasting impact on those around her, spreading joy and love wherever she went. She was united in marriage with her beloved Henry D. Wilson on February 14, 1990, sharing 31 beautiful years together until his passing. 

 

On July 4, 2021, Connie joined Roger Heights Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Charles R. Williams, Jr. 

 

Preceding her in death were her brother, Ronnie Eugene Walton, father, John P Norman, grandmother, Amanda Walton and husband, Henry D. Wilson (Pops).

 

Connie leaves behind a cherished legacy in the hearts of her loving sons, Andre’ (Amber) Walton and Andrew Wilson; mother, Mattie Lou Jackson; sisters, Rosaline Cameron and Shelia Jackson; brothers, David Walton and Kenneth Walton; brother-in-law, Willie Cameron; devoted grandson, Alexandre Walton; granddaughters, Angelina Wilson and Avaya Wilson; niece, Kyndra Cameron; nephews, Rodricus Jackson and Rodrico Anderson, Sr., and Coburn Walton; great nieces, Aakyra Cameron and Aalyssa Cameron; great nephew, Rodrico Anderson, Jr.; great-great-niece, Amiri Turnipseed; devoted cousins William Coleman (WC), Emma Jean Davis, dear friends, Melvin and Mary Collins; as well as a host of cousins, family members and numerous friends.