Dalton E. Wilson's Obituary
Services for Dalton E. Wilson, 79, of Longview will be held at 10 AM Monday, June 30, 2008 at First Baptist Church Ford Chapel with Reverend David English, Aubrey L. Pate, and Reverend Dick Lindsey officiating. Burial will follow in East Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Rader Funeral Home of Longview. Mr. Wilson passed away Thursday, June 25 in his home after a lengthy illness. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4-6 PM at the funeral home.
Dalton was born in Lochesburg Ark. November 27, 1928. He graduated from East Mountain High School in 1947. Dalton worked for Texas Eastman for 37 years and retired as Shift Supervisor in the Texanol Division in 1989. He is survived by his wife Jo Parker Wilson, brothers and sisters in law, Herman and Katherine Wilson, Leon and Betty Wilson, Marguerite Wilson; daughters and sons in law; Linda and Tommy Sweaks, Sharon and Billy Pierce, Carole and JJ Black, Pam and David Brewer, son and daughter in law Larry and Diane Wilson, step son and daughter in law Jerry and Janis Parker; 18 loving grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, loved nephews and nieces, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Joan Wilson, parents Ora and Emmett Wilson, brother Thomas Wilson, sister Louise Young. Dalton enjoyed fishing, hunting, travel, watching football and boxing, and spending time with his family. In his lifetime Dalton enjoyed several wonderful memories including a state championship with his high school basketball team, deacon of East Mountain Baptist Church and several mission trips, including one to Japan. His positive impact on those who knew him, and his love and concern for others will be felt for many years.
A memorial guestbook may be signed online at www.raderfh.com.
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