W.L. "Bill" Wilson

Mr. W L “Bill” Wilson, 82, of Norristown passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024, at home surrounded by family. He was born July 1, 1942, in Swainsboro to the late Lewis Wilson and Fannie Scarboro Wilson. W L was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruthie Gilmore Wilson; son Elmer Wilson.

W L was a retired Chief Warrant Officer IV for the United States Army where he served for 43 years where he was awarded a Bronze Star and an American Air Medal. W L served in the Vietnam War from 1963 – 1964 serving in the 611th Transportation Company. After his first tour W L attended and completed Chief Warrant Officer School and returned to Vietnam in 1967 – 1968 serving in the 7 Squadron of the 17th Air Calvary. W L earned his wings during service by piloting a wide range of rotary and fixed wing aircrafts. W L also served as the President of the Mississippi Moose Association and as an International Moose Legion Ambassador. W L received the Fellowship Degree of Honor and Pilgrim Degree of Merit during his time.

W L is survived by his brother, Roger Wilson of Norristown; son, Robert (Kay) Wilson of Locust Grove; Grandsons, Logan (Claire) Wilson, John (Kendal) Wilson, Trent Wilson, and Tyler (Gabby Suell) Wilson; nephew, Von Wilson of Norristown; Great Grandchildren, Millie Claire, Robert Moxley, and Emersyn Kate.

Funeral Services will be at 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Anchor of Hope Worship Center in Soperton, Georgia. Family will receive friends at 1:00 PM prior to the service.

Interment will follow at Mount Zion Primitive Baptist Church in Norristown, Georgia.

Pallbearers are Logan Wilson, John Wilson, Trent Wilson, Tyler Wilson, Von Wilson, and Lewis Wilson

Honorary Pallbearers are Roger Wilson and Kevin Wilson.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com.

Chapman Funeral Home of Swainsboro is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. W.L. “Bill” Wilson, 82, of Adrian.