James E. Wilson, 80, of Honey Brook, passed away on Monday, January 6th, 2014 at the Coatesville VA Hospice Center. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth Joan Mills Wilson, with whom he shared 58 years of marriage.
Born in Martinsburg, W.V., James was the son of the late Lottie R. (Zepp) and Elmer J. Wilson. He served honorably in the US Army from 1950 to 52.
James was the owner and operator of Wilson's Eatery for 40 years.
He is survived by his three children: James E. Wilson, husband of Linda, of Coatesville, Linda E. Wilson of Phoenix, AZ and Daniel E. Wilson, husband of Kimberly, of Coatesville; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and two siblings, Jeanette Y. Cosgrove of Florida and Gerald E. Wilson of Carlisle.
He was predeceased by his grandson, two brothers and one sister.
The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 11th, 2014 at 2 PM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg. Visitation from 1 until 2 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in James' memory to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.