Burl H. Wilson, 85 - Ohio

(03/15/2010)
Burl H. Wilson, 85, passed away March 9, 2010. He was born December 5, 1924 in Gilmer County, West Virginia to the late Floris "Burt" and Lilly Wilson.

Burl served in the Army during WWII and received 4 Battle Stars. He was employed for 34 years at American Homes (ECKO) and retired in 1984. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Josephine "Molly" (Jurkovich) Wilson in 2000. Burl enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and gardening.

He is survived by two daughters, Lisa Geier of Canton Ohio, Linda Ann (Rick) Wright of West Lafayette Ohio; brother, Blaire Wilson of Centreville, Virginia and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for the family were held at the Paquelet Funeral Home in Massillon with Fr. Raymond Paul Officiating. Internment was at St. Joseph Cemetery.

Messages of support and sympathy can be sent to the family at wwwpaquelet.com