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Rowe, MA - Raymond Wilson, 79, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, in Douglas, MA
Raymond was born on August 16, 1945, in Rossington, England, to the late Henry Havelock Wilson and Eveline (Jones) Wilson.
Raymond earned a degree in chemistry from Salford University in England and proudly served in the Royal Air Force for 10 years.
Raymond and his wife Marilyn arrived in the United States in 1977. He earned his MBA at Boston University and later taught Business Studies at Westfield State University for 13 years.
Raymond enjoyed playing golf and 10-pin bowling. In his leisure time, he enjoyed watching Arts and Science documentaries and was always up for the challenge of completing a New York Times Crossword Puzzle.
In addition to his parents, Raymond is also predeceased by 3 brothers.
He leaves his wife Marilyn (Douglas) Wilson of Rowe, MA, his daughters Virginia E Payne and her husband Rich of the United Kingdom, and Amy Claire Wilson of Norway, his grandchildren: Griffith Miller, Teagan Miller, Fergus Miller, and Ronan Miller, his son-in-law Dan Miller, along with many other family members and friends.
To express condolences, share photos, or memories, please visit Raymond's memorial page at www.westfieldfuneralhome.com
End of life arrangements entrusted to Westfield-Avalon Funeral Home, 4 Princeton St, Westfield, MA 01085
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