James L. Wilson

September 3, 2011

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James Lloyd Wilson 77 of rural Frankfort, IN, died on September 5, 2011 at his home. Born August 14, 1934 in Clinton County, IN to the late Guy R. & Elizabeth A. (Cook) Wilson. He married Mary Jo Myers on March 14, 1953 and she passed on December 18, 1988. He then married Doris Gates in April, 1989 and she passed in August, 1998. He then married Betty Sharpe in June of 1999 and she passed in November 2004. Mr. Wilson was a Frankfort High School graduate and a lifelong Clinton County resident. He worked for the United State Postal Service at the Frankfort Post Office from April 12, 1954, until retiring on September 1, 1989 as Assistant Post Master. Mr. Wilson was a member of the North American Fishing & Hunting Club, Bass Caster of Frankfort and the Moose Lodge. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, horseshoes and vacationing, especially in Alaska. He also enjoyed bowling, playing poker and loved animals.

Visitation and Services

Visitation 5-8 p.m. Thursday, September 8th at Goodwin Funeral Home, Frankfort with service 10:30 a.m. Friday, in Goodwin Chapel, with Pastor Jeff Yandell officiating. Burial will follow in Bunnell Cemetery. The family suggest donations to the Clinton County Humane Society, envelopes will be available.

Survived by:

2 Granddaughters: Amanda (Husband Heath) Moore of rural Frankfort and Tiffany (Husband Clifton) Cottrell of Frankfort Step Son: Alan (Liz) Sharpe of rural Frankfort Step Daughter: Sharon Emery of Frankfort Step Grandsons: Jerry (Jenni) Painter of Rossville, Keith Kanatzer and Brian Kanatzer both of Frankfort as well as several other Step Grandchildren survive. Great Grandchildren: Stone Sharpe, Corbin Moore, Ryan James Moore, Brody Cottrell, Emma Cottrell and Chasyn Painter

Preceded by:

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Diana L. Abston, sister, Esther Wilson and his parents.

Condolences

5 Condolences for “James L. Wilson”

  1. Marty Oppelt September 6, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    I just talked to Slim Jim a short time ago. When Frank called & told me, I just about wrecked the truck. One of the truly Good Guys. I`m really going to miss him. Every time in the future that I`m on the water, a small smile will come across my face & a twinkle in my eye, thinking of Jimmy.

  2. Jami Pratt September 7, 2011 at 8:28 am

    So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you guys!! Love you!

  3. Paul Robinson September 7, 2011 at 10:38 pm

    Jim was a great friend and father-in-law. I truly admire the way he made it through his many losses. He was such a blessing to his own family, the Gates, and Sharpes, as well. He will be greatly missed. RIP, Jim!

  4. Chris Cook Flynn September 8, 2011 at 5:30 pm

    I missed Cousin Jim by not being able to attend my Mother’s 96th B.day party. He signed her card that she was like a 2nd Mother to him as Cousin Jim was growing up. His Mother Elizabeth was a sister to my Dad. Mom & Dad made sure Cousin Jim always had lunch money when he was in school. He always had a twinkle in his eyes & smile when ever we met. Though our lives were in different directions we were family and would pickup right where we left off as time mattered not to family. I never heard a wrong word from my Cousin Jim, he was pleasant and kind hearted. Hugs and a kiss on the check my dear Cousin Jim. May the day come that we great each other the same & I see that twinkle and warm wonderful smile as you & I wave across the family. I believe you are in my future due to Heaven was your destination from this life. I will remember our last wave, hug, kiss on the check and your warm twinkling smiling eyes, until we meet across that river.

  5. Lisa Baker September 8, 2011 at 9:41 pm

    Heath and Amanda
    Sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you both in this difficult time.
    Love you

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