Wednesday, April 26, 2017

William E. Wilson


Lewistown- William E. Wilson, 94, of East Peoria and formerly of Lewistown passed away at 11:15 AM Sunday April 23, 2017 at his nephew’s home in Peoria.

He was born August 6, 1922 at Enion the son of Ernest and Mary (Derry) Wilson. He married Yvonne Hoover on May 19, 1956 at Peoria. She died August 19, 1991. Surviving is one son, Mark Wilson of East Peoria and one sister, Wanda Ford of Canton. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Julie Wilson, seven brothers, and three sisters.

William graduated from Bradley University. He was a former editor at the Washington Reporter. He had also worked for Traders Reality. He was a WWII Navy Veteran. William formerly attended the Washington Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and the Lewistown Lodge AF&AM 104.

Cremation will be accorded. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Reverend Larry Wright officiating. Military services will be conducted by the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and the Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. To send online condolences visit www.henrylange.com.

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