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Richard Thomas "Dick" Wilson
1942 - 2025
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Richard Wilson Obituary
February 7, 1942 - August 17, 2025
Richard "Dick" Thomas Wilson, 83, of Brigantine, N.J., passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025. Born on February 2, 1942, in Atlantic City, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Ruth (Stevens) Wilson.
Richard was the beloved husband of Antoinette Wilson for 58 years. He was a devoted father to Malinda Marie Cunningham (Jason), Michael Mark Wilson (predeceased), and Pamela Ann Hoffman (Richard). He was a cherished Pop-Pop to Zachary Charles and Alexander John Hoffman. Richard was preceded in death by his in-laws, Philomena and John Arena; and brothers, Joseph and Frank Wilson.
Richard was a graduate of Atlantic City High School (1960) and continued his education at Atlantic Community College and Glassboro College. He was an immensely proud U.S Marine Corps veteran, earning the Rifle Expert Badge.
For 34 years, he taught shop at Eugene Tighe School, inspiring students to build with confidence and pride. He was a longtime member of St. Thomas Church, and found joy in reading, fishing, boating along the Jersey shore, traveling, and visiting family.
He treasured his friendships deeply. Weekly visits with Bill Hoffman sparked spirited political debates, earning him the nickname "Tricky Dick." His fishing buddy, Bob Hoffman, was like a second son, sharing countless hours on the water and in conversation.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Life Celebration and viewing for Richard on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 9 to 10:20 a.m. at the Keates-Plum Funeral Home, 3112 West Brigantine Ave., Brigantine. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. at St Thomas Church, Brigantine. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mays Landing.
To share your fondest memory of Dick please visit www.keatesplum.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Brigantine Lions Club (Seeing Eye Dog Fund) P.O. Box 182 Brigantine, NJ 08203 or South Jersey Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 1084 Brigantine NJ 08203.
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Cheryl Howardell
Earlier today
Thinking of you and your family at this time....sending prayers your way
Ann and Mike Flanagan
Earlier today
We were so sorry to read of Dick´s passing. We have such fond memories of our travels together with him and Toni. I also remember teaching Melinda in 1st Grade so we go way back. Due to a prior appointment I´m unable to attend the funeral. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
TJ Washuta
Yesterday
So sorry for your loss
Ray Fruscio
Yesterday
I can´t believe my 7 and 8 th grade shop teacher was still alive I´m 69 and I have nothing but respect and fond memories of dick willson he was a great shop teacher and he was my favorite teacherI´m sorry for your loss he was great teacher and friend I
Thought all my teachers were dead by now I´m 69 years old he was a all around amazing person and teacher it must of been his first year of teaching
Once again I´m sorry for your loss
Sincerely Ray Fruscio.
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