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John Wilson Obituary
On Wednesday May 27, 2020, John Doust Wilson III, passed away at the age of 90. John was born in Lynn, Massachusetts to John and Gertrude Wilson. He graduated from Lynn English High School in 1947 and began training with General Electric. From there he attended MIT and received his electrical engineering degree from the University of Southern California in 1956. On July 30,1950 he married his wife, Barbara Virginia Savoie and then served briefly as a corporal in the Army during the Korean War.
John loved to travel, was an avid golfer and a founding member of the Club at Sonterra. He was a voracious reader, had a passion for classical music and was an amazing whistler! John was known for his quick wit and ability to lead others. He stayed with General Electric for 20 years but in 1970, came to San Antonio as Vice President of Friedrich Air Conditioning. In 1985, John and 2 others launched Xytronics, a contract electronic manufacturing company where he eventually retired in his 80s.
John is survived by his wife of 70 years, Barbara, his daughter Susanne Blazi , with husband Joseph, his son Michael Wilson with wife Mary, his beloved grandchildren Lacey Wilson, Amy Blazi, Tim Blazi with wife Heather and his adorable greatgrandchild Eleanor Blazi.John will be missed but never forgotten.
Due to Covid 19, the memorial service is tentatively planned for June 16th at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Alamo Heights.
In lieu of flowers, consider donating to MD Anderson cancer research.
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Christiane Bless ( Christel )
April 24, 2024
I worked at XY tronics 30 Years ago , unforgettable, the best time in my live.
I wish we could turn the time back to the best time in my live.
God knows and he won't tell.
I am very fortunet.
Miss you, John. See you later.
Roger Grant
June 20, 2023
John and I met at Sonterra and began playing golf together. We competed with each other (he usually won) and we were partners in tournaments. We won some of those too! He was bright, intelligent and fun!
Thomas Immenschuh
June 16, 2020
Mr. Wilson was always kind but firm. He was great mentor to me through the years and I will miss him. God Bless.
William Nichols
June 14, 2020
As one of the other two founders of Xytronics, I had the pleasure and satisfaction of working with John for almost 30 years. He was a good friend and an excellent partner, never satisfied and always looking for a better way to do things. He was a dedicated person, to his family as well as to his job. He was thorough, diligent, demanding, and passionate. At the same time, he was liked and respected by those who worked for him. We have lost a superb individual. He will be missed by friends and family, especially Barbara, for whom I pray for God's comfort and strength. Farewell, my friend.
Nick Gregory
June 1, 2020
John will always be remembered to me as a steady easy going highly intelligent person who loved to solve problems at Xytronics. Having worked with John for about 10 years he was a great role model. I am sure he will be missed by all.
Beth Reininger
May 31, 2020
So many happy memories of time spent with Barbara and John. He laughed easily and usually had a quick funny response to our conversations. We will miss you John.
Beth Reininger
May 31, 2020
John had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. I loved seeing John and Barbara together. It was obvious how much they cared about each other. I feel so fortunate to be able to call them my friends. I will miss you John. You were a great example of a leader to your family.
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