Donald E. Wilson

Donald E. Wilson obituary, Fortville, IN

Donald E. Wilson

Donald Wilson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Seals Funeral Home - Fortville on Aug. 15, 2024.

Publish in a newspaper

Donald E. Wilson, 72, of Indianapolis, passed away Monday, August 12, 2024. He was born February 24, 1952, in Indianapolis to John and Martha (Sample) Wilson. Don graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1970. He was a member of the United Auto Workers Union and retired from Navistar in Indianapolis. Don enjoyed repairing Harley-Davidson motorcycles in his home shop. He also enjoyed building race engines and spending time at Indianapolis Raceway Park.
Don is survived by brother William (Rexann) Wilson of Ft. Meade, FL, niece Krista Wilson-Acree of Picayune, MS, great nieces Katlynn, Aubrey and Brooke Langlotz. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial visitation for Don will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 5 to 7 pm at Seals Funeral Home, Fortville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 5635 W. 96th Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46278. Online condolences may be shared at www.sealsfuneralhome.com.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Donald E. Wilson, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Seals Funeral Home - Fortville

122 W. Staat Street, Fortville, IN 46040

Make a Donation
in Donald Wilson's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Donald's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Donald Wilson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored anonymously

Sign Donald Wilson's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?