John William Wilson
January 25, 1947 ~ October 13, 2021
Born in:
Leicester, NC
Resided in:
Barnardsville, NC
Barnardsville – John William “Bill” Wilson, 74, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at his home.
Mr. Wilson was born January 25, 1947, in Leicester to the late William Forest and Wilma Gossett Wilson. He retired after 28 years of working various positions with Buncombe County including truck driver, deputy, and animal control officer.
Bill enjoyed NASCAR and was an avid fisherman and backyard mechanic. He was a former tournament billiards player and enjoyed traveling, especially seafood buffets at the beach.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Gage Wilson; sisters, JoAnn Roberts (Ted) and Cindy Fisher (Bryan) and a niece, Donessa Wilson. He was preceded in death by his brother, Don Wilson.
Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday at Ashelawn Gardens with Pastor Charlie Sams officiating.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Monday at the cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to AshevilleCatWierdos.org.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting with the arrangements.
Services
Graveside Service: October 18, 2021 2:00 pm
Ashelawn Gardens of Memory
901 Aiken Road
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 645-6915
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a wonderful neighbor and friend. We will miss him dearly.
Nancy – So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill passing, He was a great man. He will be missed by all. Our prayers are with Nancy, and family.
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Nancy,
So very sorry to hear about Bill. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy, So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Just found out.
Love You
Cheryl
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love You Nancy
Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about Bill.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love You, Nancy
I am so sorry to hear about Bill. He was a great man, so many wonderful memories. We will miss him and he will be in our hearts forever…