Cread Wilson

Cread Wilson obituary, Forest City, NC

Cread Wilson

Cread Wilson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Crowe's Mortuary and Crematory on Jan. 23, 2026.
Cread Wilson, age 82, of Forest City, passed away on January 23, 2026 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Hazel Wilson; brothers, Reece Wilson and Charles Wilson; his sisters, Hannah Wilson Brooking, and infant sisters Marie and Carlene Wilson. Cread is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Annette Morrow Wilson; his daughter, Lisa Wilson; and his sons, Richard Wilson (Anaweg) and Robert Morris. He is also survived by his sisters, Ilene Cutshall (Monroe) and Betty Clontz; and his brothers, Ray Wilson (Carol), Edgard Wilson (Susan), and David Wilson.

Cread was an employee of Spindale Mills until its closing and then worked at Spindale Elementary School and Graft Metallic. He was a member of Adaville Baptist Church and loved to garden in his spare time. He leaves behind a loving legacy through his grandchildren: Jessica Wilson, Bobby Boone (Samantha), Christiana Duplechin (Joe), John Paul Morris (Jordyn), Josh Morris, Garrett Wilson, and Kyleigh Bradford (Jonathon), as well as 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.In addition, Cread is survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins who will cherish his memory.

A celebration of life will be held from 1 – 2 PM on Thursday, January 29th, 2026 at Crowe's Mortuary, 118 College Ave. Rutherfordton, NC 28139. Cread will be laid to rest in Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Forest City, NC.The family would like to extend a special thank you to CenterWell Home Health for the excellent care provided their loved one. In lieu of flowers donations are requested to be made to Adaville Baptist Church 805 Oakland Road, Spindale NC 28160. Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com. Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family of Cread Wilson.

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