Mr. James Alfred Wilson

Mr. James Alfred Wilson obituary, Commerce, GA

Mr. James Alfred Wilson

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James Wilson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Evans Funeral Home and Memory Gardens, Inc. - Jefferson on Mar. 20, 2026.
Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. James Alfred Wilson, age 73, of Commerce, Georgia who entered rest Monday, March 16, 2026. Mr. Wilson was born in San Francisco, CA the son of the late Robert Wilson and the late Lottie Merie Ray Wilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William Wilson.

Mr. Wilson was a retired analyst from the ATF in the Atlanta Field Division. He was a Nascar enthusiast, enjoyed collecting memorabilia and taking trips to Las Vegas with friends. Jim was a kind and gentle man and a true and loyal friend to all that knew him. Mr. Wilson was a veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1973 to 1979.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy Wilson of Commerce, GA. Sister, Roberta Pegueros of Las Cruces, NM. Sister-in-law, Jolyne Weiland of Commerce, GA. Nephew, Zach Weathers of Commerce, GA. Several cousins also survive.

In accordance with Mr. Wilson's wishes, he will be cremated and no formal services are to be held.

Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia. 706-367-5467

Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com

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