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Douglas Wilson Obituary

Douglas Todd Wilson, 34, of Mechanicsville, passed into eternal life Friday, January 14, 2005. He is survived by his wife, Michelle; and was the loving father of four children, Brittany, Coleman, Jesse and Seth; his mother, Judith B. Elliott; paternal grandmother, Gertrude H. Wilson; two brothers, Steve Wilson and Daniel Elliott, all of Mechanicsville; and a sister, Trisha Pasipanki of Williamsburg. Todd also leaves behind a mother-in-law, Jeaneen Talley; father-in-law, Douglas Gowin; and was preceded in death by his father, Stanley Watson Wilson; brother, Stanley W. Wilson Jr.; and stepfather, James B. Elliott. His remains rest at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., where the family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, and where services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2005. Interment to follow in Signal Hill Memorial Park.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2005.

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Angie Combs

January 29, 2005

Dear Michelle and family,



I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I regret not hearing until after the funeral. I wish I could have been there for you. You, Todd, and the boys are in our prayers. Please know that I am here for you.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Angie

Betty Bevan Brooks

January 27, 2005

Dear Judy and Family,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You know my thoughts are always with you and I know your faith will keep you going. Even though I had not seen Todd in years, he will always be the young man I watched grow up. If there is anything I can do, please feel free to contact me. My heart goes out to Steve and Tricia, please send them my love. Michelle and boys, Todd always held a special place in my heart.I am sure he was a wonderful father and husband. May god be with you!

Love,

Joan Naumann

January 23, 2005

Judy my prayers will be with you and your family. I pray that the angels will comfort you during the days, months & years to come. I cannot stop your pain but I can let you know that you are in my thoughts and I do care. If at any time you need a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen, I would be honored to be there for you. Through your strong faith, you will come through this. Remember all your friends will have you in their thoughts.

Love, Joan

Jennifer (Dudley) Runnion

January 21, 2005

Michelle,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I haven't seen or talked to you in years but I think of you often. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. GOD BLESS!

Vicki Bateman

January 21, 2005

Dear Michelle,Brittany, Coleman, Jesse and Seth,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Bubba, Vicki and Travis Bateman

Deanna and Perry Glover

January 21, 2005

Deanna and Perry Glover

Mike and Cathy Ritz

January 19, 2005

Mechelle and boys,

Karen Garnett called and told us what happened. We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Michelle, you will be in our prayers that you are able to continue to be the mother to your boys like you are supposed to be. Take one day at a time and the love of your friends and family will help to get you through. I am praying that God's hands are around you now, to help comfort you.

Cathy

Gwen (Rice) Barker

January 18, 2005

Judy,



You do not know me but my Mom is a friend of yours. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Christy Siefferman

January 18, 2005

Michelle, I am so sorry for your loss. If you and the kids need anything please feel free to call me. I know this is going to be difficult but with GOD as your rock you will prevail. God Bless You and Your Family. Christy, Morgan & Brooke Siefferman

Maria Vasquez

January 18, 2005

Michelle,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and the boys. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Please be strong, and know that I am here for you if you need anything.

Kim Simpson

January 18, 2005

Michelle,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My daughter, Jennifer, babysits for you and we were both saddened by the news. My family's prayers and thoughts are with you. Your faith in the Lord will guide you now.

BRETTE HEARN

January 18, 2005

MICHELLE, THE KIDS AND FAMILY

I HAVE KNOW TODD FOR A VERY LONG TIME. I HAVE BEEN THERE THROUGH THE BAD TIMES AND THE GOOD TIMES.WE HAVE SHARED ALOT OF THE SAME TROUBLES TOGETHER. TODD IS LIKE A BROTHER TO ME AND HAS TOUCHED MY LIFE IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE. THE DEATH OF A PERSON WITH THE MAGNITUDE OF LOVE THAT TODD HAD DEFINATLY OPENED MY EYES. TODD ALWAYS SAID HE LOOKED UP TO ME FOR THE STRENGTH OF BEING ABLE TO GET OUT YEARS AGO, BUT I LOOK UP TO TODD FOR THE LOVE OF HIS FAMILY, HIS CHILDREN,HIS WIFE AND TO HIS GOD.KIDS BE PROUD OF YOUR FATHER.HE HAD A PRIDE THAT RUN DEEPER THAN ANY RIVER THAT YOU CAN IMAGINE.HE LOVED YOU SO MUCH.MICHELLE YOUR A GOOD WIFE. TODD TOLD ME ABOUT HIS LOVE FOR HIS FAMILY THE LAST TIME WE TALKED. KIDS YOUR FATHER LOVED YOU ALL. HE WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR YOU.MICHELLE IF YOUR FAMILY NEEDS ANYTHING I WILL BE THERE FOR YOU.I WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO TAKE HIS PLACE BUT I WILL KEEP HIS MEMORY ALIVE. LOVE

glenda hite

January 17, 2005

Michelle and the boys,

I am in Florida as I read this now. I wish I could be there, but will fly out of here Monday, today, at 5:20 p.m. My thoughts & prayers are with you. God will keep you strong.

Glenda

glenda hite

January 17, 2005

Michele and the boys,

I asm in Florida as I read this now. I wish I could be there, but will fly out of here Monday, today, at 5:20 p.m. My thoughts & prayers are will you. God will keep you strong.

Glenda

Brad and Tricia

January 16, 2005

With deepest sympathy.Our prayers are with you.

Nicole Gillikin

January 16, 2005

Todd was an amazing person who loved the Lord and loved those around him. He will surely be missed but i know he is in a wonderful place now. I will always love and remember his kind heart.

Pat, Cindy, & Heather Reilly

January 16, 2005

We love you, and you will be missed very much.

Diane Barton

January 16, 2005

To Michelle and Family

We are so sorry to hear about Tod.

He was a Very nice person and always so cheerfull, we will miss him dearly.

Love

The Barton Family

Diane, Ron, and Mark

Sharon Cruea

January 16, 2005

Judy, so sorry for your lost

Vickie Turner

January 16, 2005

With my deepest sympathy, Vickie Turner-Overcomer's Outreach

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