Deacon Joseph Wilder Jr.

Deacon Joseph Wilder Jr. obituary, Smithfield, NC

Deacon Joseph Wilder Jr.

Joseph Wilder Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services on Apr. 23, 2025.

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Deacon Joseph Wilder Jr., age 74 of Wilsons Mills, NC passed away on Sunday April 20, 2025, at Wake Med Hospital in Raleigh, NC. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. While our hearts are heavy, we find comfort in knowing that Jesus let him in. Thank you, Jesus!
The Family asks that you only visit the home at 39 Durant Rd during the following days and times, please no visitors at the home of Mrs. Fannie Wilder!!!
Friday April 25, 2025, from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Saturday April 26, 2025, from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm.
(Please honor and respect the family wishes as they mourn the loss of their loved one)
Arrangements:
Viewing:
Monday April 28, 2025 from 2:00pm until 6:00 pm in the Walter Sanders Funeral Home Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577.
Funeral Services: Tuesday April 29, 2025, First Baptist Missionary Baptist Church 40 Durant Rd., Wilsons Mills, NC viewing 12:00 noon until 12:45 pm, funeral services beginning at 1:00 pm. Services will stream live on our Facebook page starting at 12:55 pm.

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April 26, 2025

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April 25, 2025

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April 23, 2025

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Bettie Revell

April 26, 2025

Our prayer's of condolences to you and your families loss. He'll be deeply missed.
Bettie Revell & Family

Brenda Rowland

April 25, 2025

Rest in Peace Deacon and take your well deserved rest. Sincere condolences to the family.

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April 26, 2025

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April 25, 2025

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April 23, 2025

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