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James Calvin Wilson

james wilson

July 7, 1926 ~ August 10, 2020

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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James Calvin Wilson, born on July 7, 1926, passed peacefully on August 10, 2020, at the North Carolina State Veterans Retirement Home, in Black Mountain.

A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he proudly served in the Pacific Theatre on LST1047 from 1944 to 1946. After returning home to Asheville, he began his 45-year career as a successful Retail Merchant spanning from Boston, New York, Washington, D.C. and Florida.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Beverly Fleming Wilson; daughters, Deborah Hannan, Carol O’Donnell, and Penny Lewis; nine grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

His son, William Lee Wilson, passed on July 24, 2020 from COVID-19. The immediate family will celebrate the lives of both Jim and Lee at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.

The Wilson Family would like to thank the nurses, CNAs and the Angels of Mercy who cared for him the past two years.

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Memorial Service: August 29, 2020 2:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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  1. PIP Jim your long earthly journey is now over. We pray for your soul now and is with God and is at peace with all his friends and family that have gone before him.

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  2. Beverly I’m so sorry for your recent loss. We were neighbors at Windswept and so enjoyed your friendship during the years that Fred and I were there. I’m thinking of you and sad to hear of Jim and your son’s passing.

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  3. To you Beverly and all of the Wilson’ and your Grandchildren,
    We are so saddened to hear of your loss of your beloved Jim and Lee. We have so
    many wonderful memories of family gatherings at Debby and Robert’s home over the years. Jim always had a kind heart, a story to share, and a simple appreciation of the gift of time together. He will be missed by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers!

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  4. God bless you, your girls and families. Treasure your happy memories. May they both Rest In Peace in Gods loving care! Sending hugs and love

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  5. Dear Carol and family,
    I’m so sorry for your devastating losses. To see those beautiful photos warms my heart.
    Please know you are in our hearts and prayers . Love car

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  7. MiMi I love you just know that even though I’m far away you aren’t alone and I am praying for you . Justin

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  8. Penny and Family, Mark and I send our thoughts and prayers for this difficult time. I wanted to share what my father used to always say, “May God Bless You and Keep You and Make His Face to Shine Upon You and His Guardian Angels to Watch Over You.” Warmly, Mark and Carolyn

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  9. What a life. James’ light will remain through his loving children. I saw him as a quiet hero, from a quiet and heroic generation. I will not forget him.

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  11. No amount of words can express the pain that you are going through. We are sending you love and prayers and hope you are able to find strength during this dark time. We love you
    Mickey, Nick and Peter

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