William Donald Wilson, Sr.
William Donald Wilson, Sr., age 81, of Lawrenceville, GA ended his earthly journey on May 12, 2020. He was preceded in death by his father Truman E. Wilson, mother Edna Boss Wilson, sister Patricia A. Goodwin, and grandson Gavin A. Plyler. He is survived by his brother Richard M. Wilson (Patricia) of Jacksonville, FL, sister Carolyn M. Frenzel (Bill) of Mebane, NC, brother-in-law L. Paul Goodwin III, son William D. Wilson, Jr and wife Joselle of Lawrenceville, GA, son Christopher T. Wilson, Sr. and wife Christine of Terrell, TX, daughter Robyn K. Wilson of Gastonia, NC, and daughter Tricia L. Wilson of Lawrenceville, GA. He is also survived by four grandsons Dakota B. Wilson, Christopher T. Wilson, Jr., Cecil A. Wilson, and Aedan T. Wilson as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers or other condolences, the family requests any outreach of support or assistance be in the form of memorial donations in the name of William D. Wilson, Sr. to the American Heart Association, The Gavin Plyler Memorial GoFundMe, or Best Friends Animal Society.
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Always it my mind and heart… ♥️💕♥️ TYVM for the years of parenting, caring, and friendship.
Billy, words can’t describe the pain I feel for you, your brother and sisters.
Russ
I will always cherish the time we spent together and all the wonderful memories. You were like a father to me.
Jo Dee Messina – If Heaven Was Needing A Hero:
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Bill & Joselle,
I know how close you were to your Dad. Joe & I send out deepest condolences. We are so sorry for your loss. God bless you and console you and your family during this time. Prayers and hugs. Joe & Joanne
To Bill, Joselle, and Tricia,
We are so sorry for your loss. Bill has been our friend and neighbor for man years and we will miss him.
ray and Bonnie Elliott
“Only when you drink from the river of silence shall you indeed sing.
And when you have reached the mountain top, then you shall begin to climb.
And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance.” Kahil Gibran The Prophet
If your Dad isn’t singing & dancing, I am sure he’s fishing.
May the love you had for him warm your hearts forever with lasting memories of his gentle nature.
Bill, Joselle, and Tricia, and extended Wilson family;
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a beloved friend, and I know he will be missed by many. I pray for God’s peace and comfort to cover each of you, and to carry you through these difficult times.
Only when you drink from the river of silence shall you indeed sing.
And when you have reached the mountain top, then you shall begin to climb.
And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance.~Kahil Gibran The Prophet
If your Dad isn’t signing & dancing, it is only because he’s fishing.
May the love you shared warm your hearts when you think of Bill’s gentle nature.
This is so sad … His wise words will be missed. I am sure that his words will keep him alive in all those that read or heard him.
Hugs to his family and know that his spirit is in God’s presences.
I will miss you greatly, my brother, and I pray for you daily that you have found a place of peace, light, and happiness in the presence of our Lord and Savior. And perhaps you might get in a bit of fishing , , ,
Pat and Rich Wilson
I miss you every moment of every day…and would have given anything just to see you one last time. I can only pray that you are now at peace, with my baby boy, and try to find comfort in knowing you are both together ❤ Fishing in the sky ❤ Thank you for always being there to catch me when I fell…I am a much stronger person because of you. I love you daddy!
Forever your little girl….
Robyn (aka shortstuff)
Robyn, I can’t imagine losing a son and dad so close together. I’m sure they’re together in heaven.
Russ
Bill, Joselle, and Tricia, and extended Wilson family;
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a beloved friend, and I know he will be missed by many. I pray for God’s peace and comfort to cover each of you, and to carry you through these difficult times.
You will be sorrowfully missed by our blended Family. Cliff & I valued your friendship and our times together. It wasn’t the traditional path of exes but it worked for all of us. We will always have wonderful memories of good times. There are no distractions, so grab your fishing pole every chance you get.
William Wilson Sr. is my first cousin, and although I didn’t get to spend a lot of time with him through the years, every time we were together was precious to me. I, and many many others will miss him dearly. He always kept me laughing.
I’ll always treasure the memories of visiting Uncle Bill in New Jersey during the 70s…playing with my cousins…listening to Uncle Bill and Aunt Pat’s vinyl albums. Grandma and Pop-pop Wilson lived next door. We were all so young.
I like to think that Uncle Bill’s heaven is that same little house in New Jersey surrounded by his family members listening to Chicago, Boston, ELO, and Led Zeppelin. Till me meet again….
Dad, I’m going to miss you. I’m always going to think about you.You were just like me. The great beaver master is going to finally catch that real big brown trout in heaven on the best trout stream ever with the lord and when the geese fly in front of me or over my house , I know that you’re flying with Aunt Carol and Uncle Bill Story. I love you dad always and forever.
Bill & family,
You were the welcoming family when mine wasn’t. Your sons were the brothers I never had. You included me in things I would never have experienced. Camping, fishing, hiking, CB radios ;). I wouldn’t be the man I am today without you. Rest easy, fishing with a Rolling Rock, until we meet again. I love you Bill. Russ
Billy, Christopher, Robyn and Tricia
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a fantastic person. Always willing to lend a helping hand and had such a big heart Throughout my life he was such a bright light for me. Such a caring man who would help me no matter what. I will truly miss him. May you all find comfort in the fact he will always be watching over you all. Debbi LaRue (Wise)
I will miss you to the moon and back Bill. I have always love you. You helped me be the person I am today. It seems that time has flown by. Can’t wait to see you again is one day. love ya. Jan
Not a day goes by without thinking of you in some way.
Love, hugs, and in my heart always.
Bill, Jr, ///
Happy 82nd birthday, Poppy!
Today is one year since the Lord called you home. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. I miss you! I hope the fishing is good in heaven.
The kids are missing you terribly. Keep them safe. Especially the girls. One year has past and it’s unbelievable that you and Gavin are gone. Keep him under your wing with those words of wisdom. Hope your both getting in a lot of Fishing. We All miss you both😭
Tragedy has beset our family again. First Gavin, then you, and now Christopher.
Father, pray for strength, understanding, and healing.
Love to you all eternally,
Bill, Jr. ///
We are All Grieving our loss of Gavin, You and Christopher but it’s to much to bare so close together all within eight days of May. We are Blessed for the time we had you in Our Lives and know we will meet again, but the pain isn’t less as the years go buy.
Please keep them close and enjoy the fishing.
Love You All,
Pat, Oma, Mom XXX
Miss you every day!
Forever in my heart 💖 and our home 🏡 and never far from my thoughts 🤔💭.
Recently had to say goodbye to Candy Cane. 😿💔
The month of May is filled with sorrow. 😭😔😿💔
Gavin, you, Christopher, and now our beloved Candy Cane.
R.I.P. all. 😢
Robyn has dealt w/ some hard luck w/ the aftermath of severe weather not once but twice.
June started off with remembrances for Black Jack (6/5), Midnight’s BD (6/20), with an anniversary, Father’s Day and Jo’s BD all sandwiched in between.
MIssed you at Kurt’s for Father’s Day dinner though you were probably watching and enjoying along w/ us.
🙏💔👼
BJ, Jo, and the grand fur babies ///
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We are ALL still grieving our loss of Gavin, You and Christopher but it’s too much to bare so close together all within eight days of May. We are blessed for the time we had you in our lives and know we will meet again, but the pain isn’t less as the years go buy.
Please keep them close and enjoy the fishing.
Love y’all,