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William R. Wilson

1926 - 2016

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1926

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2016

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3103 Lillian Ave.

Murrysville, Pennsylvania

William Wilson Obituary

William Russell Wilson, 89, of Oakmont, formerly of Murrysville, passed away Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. He was born March 23, 1926, in Scotland, son of the late Archibald and Christina Milligan Wilson. He was a World War II veteran, having served in the Navy. He received his master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh and his B.A. from Waynesburg College. William was a history teacher for the Fox Chapel School District for more than 35 years. He was a devoted husband and father, an avid reader, gardener and historian. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Murrysville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Westin Wilson, in 2008; and his brother, Archie Wilson. William is survived by three children, Carol (Jay) Mangold, of O'Hara Township, William R. (Novenda) Wilson Jr., of Land O' Lakes, Fla., and Cindy (Carl) Silvestri, of Florham Park, N.J.; four grandchildren, Jay (Bonnie) Mangold, Sara Mangold, Taylor Silvestri and Anthony Silvestri; two sisters, Jess McDonald, of Sewickley, and Betty Mousseau, of St. Joseph, Mich.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016, at the HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the First Presbyterian Church of Murrysville with Pastor Bill King and Dr. Rev. Chris Taylor co-officiating. Everyone please meet at the church. Interment will follow at Murrysville Cemetery with full military honors.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Waynesburg University Student Scholarship Fund, 51 W. College St., Waynesburg, PA 15370. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by Tribune Review from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2016.

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April 14, 2016

I just learned of this sad news. Bill was a wonderful person and I enjoyed sitting with him at his home watching Wheel of Fortune, Pirates and CSI. Had I known about this I would have been there to pay my respects in person. I am sure that he is glad to be reunited with the love of his life. You have my deepest sympathy. PEGGY

David Martin

February 3, 2016

Uncle Bill was a fine man and a fine Uncle. I will miss him dearly but hold onto fond memories of Westin family get togethers.

Beverly Hill-Faust

February 2, 2016

So very sorry to hear of Mr. Wilson's passing. My name is Beverly Hill Faust. Our church came to the Presbyterian Home every other month to hold a church service. The first time Bill attended he asked me where I was from and I said "Swissvale" and that brought a light to his eye. He asked if I knew a Tom Hill - and yes I did as a matter of fact, he was my father. We became friends from that moment on - reminiscing about the good old days. He will be missed by many. What a wonderful man.

The Garden Club of Oakmont's Gardening with Seniors committee will always remember Bill's smiling face at so many of our gardening sessions.

Carol Burton

February 2, 2016

Fred Hague

February 2, 2016

So sorry to learn of Bill's death. I knew his health wasn't the best. As one of his former principals, I always had the highest regard for him as a teacher and respect for him as a person. I recall he made a visit to my house one time while I was recovering from some surgery. He was just an all-around nice man.
Fred Hague

February 2, 2016

Bill was a quiet, kind, caring man who was an avid reader and deep thinker. He loved his family and life in general and always looked for the positive, encouraging others to do the same.

I was fortunate to have met Bill at Presbyterian SeniorCare, where he participated in my discussion group for many years, up until the last few weeks. The love and admiration between Bill and his daughter Carol was evident.

Bill will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. I'm thankful for the privilege of knowing him.

Sincerely,

Dot Shreve

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Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Hart Funeral Home Inc

3103 Lillian Ave., Murrysville, PA 15668

Feb

3

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Hart Funeral Home Inc

3103 Lillian Ave., Murrysville, PA 15668

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Service

11:00 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church

Murrysville, PA

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Murrysville Cemetery

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