Charles William Wilson, 78, of Loogootee, formerly of Shoals, passed away at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis on Thursday, August 6, 2015.
Born in Crane, Indiana on June 6, 1937, he was the son of Charles Opal and Ruth Esther (Allen) Wilson.
He retired from Crane NAD in 1973, and was a member for the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2442 and V.F.W. Post #8589. He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.
Survivors include companion, Karen Goff of Loogootee
Son, Scott Wilson of Loogootee
Two daughters Debbie Wilson of Shoals and Lisa Doane of Ohio
One sister, Vivian Beard of Loogootee
One brother, Rex Wilson of Loogootee
Four grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by parents, one son William Edward Wilson, sister Donna Sue Brassine and brother James Louis Wilson.
Graveside rites will be on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery. American Legion Post #61 will accord military graveside rites.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.queenlee.