Lewistown- Richard G. Wilson, 88, of Peoria and formerly of Lewistown passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at his son Richard (Virginia) Wilson’s home.
Richard was born on July 23, 1928 in Enion, IL to Ernest Wilson and Mary (Derry) Wilson. He served in the US Navy during WWII. He worked for Western Electric as an electrician.
Richard is survived by sons, Mark Wilson, Edward Wilson, Richard (Virginia) Wilson, Daniel (Cheri) Wilson, Ernest (Bonnie) Wilson, Todd (LaSonia) Wilson, Kurt (Mary) Wilson, Chad Wilson, and by daughters, Mary (Tony) LeGree, Christine (Ken) Baker, Dana Wilson and Leslie (Taylor) Wren, 23 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, one brother, Albert Wilson, and one sister, Wanda Ford, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, 6 brothers, 3 sisters and one daughter, Kathy Zafranovich.
Cremation rites will be accorded. Graveside services and interment will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Reverend Garland Criswell officiating. A military service will be conducted by the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and the Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be made at http://www.henrylange.com/.
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