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Craig Wilson Obituary

WILSON, Esq., Craig Rowe Celebrating a life that touched us all. Craig R. Wilson, 78, of Jensen Beach, Fl lived his life with a dedication to truth and justice for all. He was a lover of words and anyone that shared time with him, walked away as a better person. Born in Toledo, Ohio, the son of the late Edwin H. Wilson and Jeanette Rowe Wilson. The family moved to south Florida when Craig was a young boy. He is survived by his wife, Susan Wilson, and 3 sons Dwight Wilson (Diane), Brian Wilson (Jennifer) and Patrick Wilson (Christine). Brother, Peter Huttinger (Vickie) of Cinn., Ohio, sister, Wendy Bertino of Eustis, FL Craig was predeceased by his beloved sister, Carla Peterson. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren, Blake, Bradley, Carly, Luke, Grace, Isabelle, Sophia, Seth, Naomi and Levi. Nieces, nephews and many, many friends. Craig graduated Palm Beach High School, Class of 1958 and attended Palm Beach Junior College. He has worked hard since a young boy starting with a paper route, then on to Pratt & Whitney before attending Florida State and Law School at Stetson University where he graduated with a degree of Juris Doctor. He served in the public defender's office, Municipal Judge for the Town of Jupiter; Board of Directors for Palm Beach County Housing Authority for 17 years. He was involved with setting up and serving on Board of Directors for Nelle Smith Residence for Girls for 7 years. He practiced law for 35 years in Palm Beach County with many awards and recognition for outstanding ethical and professional standards including Preeminent Lawyer status for many years. He was honored by the Supreme Court of the State of Florida and Supreme Court of the United States of America. After closing his law practice he became involved with King Neptune Seafood Restaurant for 14 years before retiring in 2017. He thoroughly enjoyed working with and meeting families in the Port Salerno area during his tenure with King Neptune. He had a passion for fishing, boating and sailing in the Bahamas. In recent years he enjoyed traveling and enjoying the outdoors. He loved a good cigar while grilling and telling stories, FSU football and tending to his orchids. He had a genuine care and love for his wife, family and people he met along the wonderful path that was his life. He was loved by so many and will be deeply missed by his devoted companion, Patches. . A celebration of life will be held in the future. Details available at www.Treasurecoastseawinds.com Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Shriners.

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Published by Palm Beach Post from Sep. 28 to Sep. 30, 2018.

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Fran Perry

October 5, 2018

I'm so sorry to learn of Craig's passing. He was a good man and a fun friend. He will be missed. Bon Voyage Craig

Susan (Cristaldi) Butterfield

September 30, 2018

It is with a heavy heart and much sadness I extend my deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire family of Craig Rowe Wilson, Esquire. I had the pleasure of working for Craig for many years as his legal secretary in the 1970's while Craig was a partner in The Law Firm of Ruffolo and Wilson. Craig and Henry Ruffolo became more than employers, they were my friends. Craig treated every client with the same degree of integrity ~ he did the very best for each client ~ regardless of the reason these clients were in our office after meeting with Craig they left holding their heads high knowing they and their issues were in competent hands and Craig would fight to the end for them. I so admired and respected Craig for his commitment to our clients. This commitment to our clients by Craig and Henry P. Ruffolo made our Law Firm unique and successful on many levels. I could go on and on about the fine attributes of this man and Henry. Craig worked so hard, he played hard and he loved his family dearly. When not in trial on Monday mornings we usually began our week over a cup of coffee and stories about what the boys did or said over the weekend causing Craig's eyes to gleam. Dwight, Brian and Patrick I'm certain you know just how much your Dad loved you and just how proud of you he was ~ I am truly sorry for the loss of your Dad. Susan, I hope one day we have an opportunity to meet and share stories of this special man. I pray God blesses you all with a sense of peace and comfort with happy and special memories especially during this extremely difficult and painful time.
With love, susan

Susan (Cristaldi) Butterfield

September 28, 2018

With a heavy heart and much sadness I extend my deepest condolences to the entire family of Craig R. Wilson, Esq.. I had the pleasure of working for Craig as a legal secretary in the 1970's while he was a partner in the law firm of Ruffolo & Wilson. Craig treated every client with the same degree of dignity; he worked hard, he played hard and he loved his family.
Dwight, Brian and Patrick my thoughts and prayers are with you. susan

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