1921
Clair
2016
Clair D. Wilson
August 16, 1921 — July 13, 2016
WILSON – Clair D. “Pap”, 94, Sidman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at Arbutus Park Manor, Johnstown, surrounded by his children. Born August 16, 1921, in Croyle Township, son of the late Arthur and Clara (Funk) Wilson. Preceded in death by beloved wife Geraldine “Gerry” (Miller) Wilson, whom he married September 10, 1947; brothers, Dial (infant), Dean, David, Glenn, Merle, and sisters, Leoda Custer, Zelva Angus and Rhoda Prostejovsky. Clair was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Survived by children, Cheryl, married to Kenneth Turgeon, Sidman; Karen, married to Donald Eppley, Sidman; and Brian, married to Sharon (Bowen), Summerhill; and grandchildren Derek (Lori) Turgeon, Ryan (Renee) Turgeon, Jeffrey (Allison) Turgeon, Elizabeth (Glenn) Katrancha, Brock (Maria) Eppley, Chad (Julie) Eppley, Troy (Karen) Eppley, Kevin (Kate) Wilson and Scott (Kristin) Wilson; and eighteen great grandchildren. Also survived by sisters-in-law Virginia Wilson, Summerhill and Betty Hess, Elton.
Clair was the oldest member of the Mount Olive United Methodist Church, Sidman, having served faithfully as Sunday School Superintendent, Trustee, Usher, and Conference Delegate. Over the years he worked tirelessly on many improvement projects at the church.
Clair was a World War II Navy veteran, having served aboard the USS Hornet in the Pacific Theater. He retired from the former Atlantic Breeders Cooperative; had a lifetime passion for woodworking and gardening, found much enjoyment in fishing and hunting, and especially cherished time spent with his family. Clair will always be remembered for lending a helping hand to his family – helping with anything from freezing corn, or picking fruit, to building a house. His strong work ethic was part of who he was. He was always generous in sharing the produce from his garden. The family is so very appreciative of the wonderful, loving care he received from the compassionate staff at Crossroads while residing at Arbutus Park Manor.
Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday at the Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork. Viewing at Mount Olive UMC one hour prior to funeral service at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, the Rev. Thomas W. Moore officiating. Interment, Mount Union Cemetery. Military graveside service by St. Michael American Legion Post 551. DimondFuneralHome.com
Clair was the oldest member of the Mount Olive United Methodist Church, Sidman, having served faithfully as Sunday School Superintendent, Trustee, Usher, and Conference Delegate. Over the years he worked tirelessly on many improvement projects at the church.
Clair was a World War II Navy veteran, having served aboard the USS Hornet in the Pacific Theater. He retired from the former Atlantic Breeders Cooperative; had a lifetime passion for woodworking and gardening, found much enjoyment in fishing and hunting, and especially cherished time spent with his family. Clair will always be remembered for lending a helping hand to his family – helping with anything from freezing corn, or picking fruit, to building a house. His strong work ethic was part of who he was. He was always generous in sharing the produce from his garden. The family is so very appreciative of the wonderful, loving care he received from the compassionate staff at Crossroads while residing at Arbutus Park Manor.
Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday at the Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork. Viewing at Mount Olive UMC one hour prior to funeral service at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, the Rev. Thomas W. Moore officiating. Interment, Mount Union Cemetery. Military graveside service by St. Michael American Legion Post 551. DimondFuneralHome.com
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