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Wilson, William Breckinridge
passed away peacefully April 29th, 2022. He is survived by daughters Cheryl (Rob) Pepple, Anne (Bryan) Cook and grandchildren Max, Breck, Morgan and Catherine. Bill had a positive, magnetic personality and was loved by all who knew him.
Bill attended the University of Arkansas, where he studied economics, was member of Sigma Chi fraternity, ran hurdles for the track team and danced and performed in musicals.
He was a Captain and flight instructor in the US Air Force and flew Lockheed's F80, America's first jet fighter. He married his beloved wife Grace. Their two daughters Cheryl and Anne were the light of his life. Bill was a Vice President for A G Edwards and was an expert in the bond department.
He was on the board of the Daniel Webster Society of Webster University, President of the Artist's Guild, a member of the Society of the Cincinnati and the National Cartoonist Society. Bill was a talented cartoonist with a major cartoon collection.
We would like to give special thanks to Bill's doctor, to the staff at Aberdeen Heights and to Accent Hospice for the excellent care he received.
Services: A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 1, at 3:30 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 9 S. Bompart, Webster Groves, Mo, 63119. Celebration of life to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Saint Louis Artist's Guild, 12 N. Jackson Ave., Clayton, MO, 63105. See www.boppchapel.com
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Kerry Holekamp
May 2, 2023
Bill Wilson was one of a kind. He was a positive force for all those he encountered. Bill was a "giver" and enriched many lives. He will live on in their hearts and memories eternally.
Thank you, Bill, for your fine example of how to
live an exemplary life.
Lynn Cressler
May 21, 2022
Anne, Cheryl and family,
Oh the memories I have of growing up and playing at your home! Your dad was so kind, funny and his creativity was amazing! I agree with Molly about the twinkle in his eye!! I can still see it!! He will live on in our memories! My deepest condolences to you all.
Lynn
Susan Homeier
May 16, 2022
Mr. Wilson was one of the nicest people ever; he never had a bad word to say about anyone. He was the quintessential neighbor and friend to our family for over 50 years. EVERYone who knew him was very lucky. On top of it all, he was an amazingly talented artist. One on my most prized possessions is a piece he did of my dog Holden and his "fondness" for the mailman.
Molly Richardson Barrett
May 11, 2022
Dear Cheryl and Anne,
Bill was one of the nicest men I have ever met. A true gentleman! Always had interesting stories, a great smile and a twinkle in his eye. Bristol Road and Webster Groves will miss him.
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