Rodney Dee Wilson
December 15, 1955 ~ May 30, 2013
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Rodney Dee Wilson, 57, of Arden, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals.
A native of Haywood County, he was the son of the late Thomas and Margaret Gibson Wilson.
Rodney worked as a Shear Operator at Eaton and had been there since 1977. He loved hunting, fishing, camping and music. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, who will be deeply missed by his friends and family.
Rodney is survived by his wife, Sharon Cole Wilson; one daughter, Amy Wilson of Mills River; three sisters, Teresa Parris of Canton, Arlene Broyles of Tampa, FL and Thomasine Wilson of Canton as well as one grandson, Jacob Wingate of Mills River.
Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, June 2, 2013 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with Reverend Sam McLamb officiating. Burial will follow at Tweeds Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30-3:00 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.
You will be missed my friend. You always had a smile and hello for everyone. Eaton will never be the same without you! Rest in peace!
You will be missed my friend. You always had a smile and hello for everyone. Eaton will never be the same without you! Rest in peace!
My sincere condolences to Sharon, Amy and family. May you rest now in the Lord’s arms, my friend. You had a heart of gold I will never forget and brought so much joy to every life you touched. You never met a stranger. You took me under your wing and made this former ‘yankee’ feel at home in the south. You introduced me to your love of Duke Basketball that I carry with me to this day. And I thought I was a good cook, my recipe book grew by leaps and bounds. You’ve got a friend and I will see you again one day.
u will be missed my friend god bless
Sharon, Amy and family,
My husband and I worked with Rodney at Eaton. I have only fond memories of Rodney. He could make anyone laugh and had a generous heart. Rodney will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. May God give you His comfort during this difficult time.
go braves and dawgs haha
Thomasine and Arlene , Many fond memories of Rodney while growing up, best wishes to you all and his family.
I was very sad to hear about Rodney. We had a blast growing up riding motor cycle’s and doing all the things old boy’s do. My thoughts and prayer’s are with his wife and child and all the rest of his family.
Rodney always had a smile for everybody. He had a big heart and was always thoughtful of others
We love you and sure gonna miss you.
We love you and sure gonna miss you.
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God comforts you and holds you close during such a diffcult time. Love to you all.
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God comforts you and holds you close during such a diffcult time. Love to you all.
Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. Rodney was such a great and funny guy. I really can’t imagine Eaton without him. He will be missed.
My heart is broken. Rodney was special to our family. I remember growing up and Rodney and my brother hanging out together. My thoughts and prayers are with you
My sincere condolences for the Wilson Family. Prayers for comfort & strength during these difficult times.
Teresa and Thomasine, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Please accept my condolences. Although, I did not know him personally, he was blessed with wonderful parents and siblings.
My prayer is that God will comfort you and sustain you in your loss. To God be the glory always. Marie
My deepest sympathy to all of the family. I remember Rodney growing up and that wonderful laugh he had. He and my son Hugh were the best of friends. They loved to fish together. God bless everyone of you.
Wilson family,
I was so saddened to hear about Rodney’s passing this week. He was such a funny guy back in the day and I know that he will be missed. I pray that your sadness is lightened as you remember all your wonderful memories with Rodney.
I remember his smile. He could always make us laugh. I suspect our old friend Glenda Jackson met him in Heaven with her Mom’s carrot cake and peanut butter crackers!
Very saddened to hear of Rodneys passing. He was always fun to work with at Eaton. His sense of humor and generosity are the two things I will remember about him the most. My deepest condolences to the family. May the Lord give you comfort and peace.
Sharon and Amy, May God Hold You in his Arms during this Time. Rodney was one of a Kind,and I Personally will never forget Him.All we can do is hold on to our memories, and I will hold on to mine, be strong ,be tough,and stay in touch, Love, Buddy Burgin
Sharon, Amy and families ~ Rodney will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him and will forever live in our hearts. One of my earliest memories was of him having the Westinghouse circle W shaved in each side of his hair – still makes me laugh when I think about that. He always took the time to stop by my desk and chat – most often about you, Sharon and Amy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time.
You always had a smile! Prayers to the family. What a nice guy.
James young
Sharon and Amy, Rodney was a dear friend and one that we will never forget. We had a lot of good times over the years, and we miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you both. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you.
To the family of Rodney my thought and prayers are with you, i spent 22 yrs working with him at Eaton and can say he always had a big smile on his face and was always in a playing a joke on you mood. I can remember alot of afternoons spent at his house playing horse shoes and man was he competitive, Have not seen him since i left Eaton but thought of him everytime i picked up a horseshoe.May the Lord supply all the grace you guys need at this time.
So sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort through God.
Sharon and Family,
Rodney was one such a special person. He could always make you laugh. He enjoyed people and people enjoyed him. Rodney will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. May God comfort all of you and give you a peace only He can.
In our prayers,
John and Carolyn Caldwell
Rodney was a unique personality. He was always cheerful and laughing, and had the most precious gift of a genuinely good heart. We worked with Rodney and Sharon for years at Westinghouse, and had the pleasure of also being friends and neighbors with them. God bless you all in the loss of your loved one. Rodney will be sorely missed by you as well as all the people whose lives he touched.
love you Rodney now you truly are an
Ish’s angel
I have many fond memories of Rodney from our years at Westinghouse and Eaton. It is wonderful that he is remembered by so many for his sense of humor and his fun personality. He was an endearing and kind guy as well. He will be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss may God help you in your time of sorrow
Praying for God to help you in your time of loss
May God be with you in your time of loss and sorrow
I would like to send my thoughts and prayers to the family. Rodney was always such a joy when he came by the bank with that big smile. We always exchanged books with him -he loved reading those mysteries.
Teresa & Thomasine
I am sorry for your loss. I know that words cannot replace your sorrow but know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear of Rodney’s passing. I always enjoyed talking with Rodney in my walks through the plant. He was always smiling and wanted Eaton Asheville to be the best that it could be. His smiling face and positive attitude will be missed by everyone that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Charlie Haltiwanger
Sharon and Amy,words cannot express how heartbroken we are. Please know you are both in our thoughts & prayers. Rodney was such a fun person to be around and he will be deeply missed by all. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Tonya & Jackson
Rodney was a sweet guy with a good heart. I worked with him for many years. I hope your family will find peace and comfort by leaning on our savior.
God bless you,
Judy Duckett
With deepest sympathy and condolences.
I was shocked when Mother told me of Rodney’s passing. I’m extremely sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow.
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Rodney at Eaton. He will be missed.
Sharon, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to your family. Words cannot express how sorry we were to hear of your loss. Your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult phase. May his memories be your comfort now and forever.
I was shocked when I heard of Rodney’s passing. I worked with him for 8 years at Westinghouse and my fondest memories of those years involved Rodney! I am so sorry to hear of your loss! I agree with Pat Holbrook’s comment, I remember the circle W shaved in his hair! I am praying for your comfort!
I am so, so sorry for your loss. I loved Rodney as it was alway fun to talk to and be around him. He was always happy, honest and told me once of his love for his family. He had a good heart and will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sharon.
Susie Dobbins
I was so very sorry to hear of Rodney’s passing. I remember all of the fun times we had in church as children. He was a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Hello Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Rodney. I can only hope that your strong family, friends and faith can ease your pain over time. My thoughts are with you and your family. -Paula