William Charles Wilson, 90, passed away peacefully at his home in White Oak, Texas, on March 3, 2022, with his family by his side. Mr. Wilson was born to Reuben Wilson and Beatrice Tinsley on May 31, 1931, in Nashville, Arkansas. He married Sharon Mosier on October 20, 1996, in White Oak. Mr. Wilson served as a Deacon and was a member of the Greggton First Baptist Church in Longview, Texas.
Charlie
Wilson graduated from Hope, Arkansas High School followed by an Associate degree
from Perkinston Junior College in Mississippi. He continued his education at
East Texas State Teachers College receiving his Bachelor degree and later his
Masters degree. Mr. Wilson was a member of the 1951 Lone Star Conference Championship
Football Team. Mr. Wilson was inducted into the Texas A & M University
Commerce Athletic Hall of Fame, as well as being named a Distinguished Alumnus.
Mr. Wilson
was a long time Texas teacher, coach, and administrator. He served stints in
Wolfe City, Quitman, Commerce and Quinlan before retiring from public schools. His
longest time of service was being the principal of Commerce High School. In
2017, he was named a member of the Commerce ISD Hall of Honor.
In addition,
Mr. Wilson served in the National Guard and U.S. Army for over 40 years. He
attained the rank of Major General and served as the 45th Adjutant
General for the State of Texas. Upon his retirement, he was breveted to the
rank of Lieutenant General.
After
retirement, Mr. Wilson settled in White Oak, Texas. He became very active in
Meals on Wheels, the Lions Club, served 14 years as a member of the White Oak
ISD Board of Trustees and was the White Oak Chamber of Commerce Man of the
Year.
William
Charles Wilson is survived by his wife, Sharon, son David Wilson (Karen),
daughters Charlotte Wilson Sheets, Cathy Hartley, Jan Dillon (Dale), Linda
Fulkerson, and daughter in law Sherry Gherking, fifteen grandchildren and twenty
great grandchildren.
He was
preceded in death by his parents, first wife Glenna Siebenhausen, son Wade
Wilson and son in laws Joe Sheets and Bill Fulkerson.
A memorial
service will be held on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 10 a.m. at the Greggton
First Baptist Church in Longview, Texas. Funeral services will take place on
Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church in Commerce,
Texas, at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will take place at the church from 9:30 a.m. until
the services begin. A military honors burial will take place at the family
cemetery in Quinlan, Texas. A U.S. Army Honor Guard will serve as pallbearers.
Coker-Mathews
Funeral Home in Greenville, Texas, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of
flowers, contributions may be made to Greggton First Baptist Church, Commerce
School Education & Enrichment Foundation or Hearts Way Hospice of Longview in
William Charles Wilson's name.
Condolences(17)
Lillie Armour-Nixon
Grand Prairie, TX Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Mr. Wilson was my high school principal at Commerce High School and I appreciate all of his support throughout high school and beyond. He came to our Class of 1972’s 45th Reunion 5 years ago, and it was such a joy to see him. He still remembered us by individual names and collectively, as a class. He brought a lot of laughter 🤣😂 as he told stories about our class throughout the years. Charlotte you were my classmate so therefore, you were included.😊 Mr. Wilson even remembered and asked about my brother (and called him by his name) who graduated in 1970. To God be the Glory! Thanking God for Mr. Wilson’s life and thinking of you (family and friends) with sincere sympathy during this difficult time. God is able and God is everywhere. Praying 🙏🏽 That God will tenderly comfort us, give us strength, and peace to endure in days to come. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4,7 and Lamentations 3:22-23Rita Molina-Rymer
Georgetown, TX Thursday, March 10, 2022 I send my deepest sympathy to the Wilson family. I served with MG Wilson as his Executive secretary at Camp Mabry with the Texas Army National Guard. MG Wilson was always very courtesy & patient, I worked with him for 3 years & will always respect him. May he rest in peace.Rita Molina
Retired Master Sergeant
Dennis Newsom
Longview, TX Wednesday, March 9, 2022 I feel truly blessed to have known Charlie Wilson and his family. My parents loved him as did all of our family. He was so kind and supportive while my parents were ill and when they died. I wish I could say something that would comfort Sharon, David, Charlotte and the rest of his family in the same way that he was always able to comfort others. My words fail me, but please know that he was one of the finest men I have ever known. May God bless his family and friends.Kathy “Brookshire” Burghart
Longview, TX Tuesday, March 8, 2022 We all have a teacher, coach or principal that impacts your life. Mr. Wilson was one of mine! His smile and sincere words of encouragement will never be forgotten.Mary Christian Sharp
Wolfe City, TX Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Thank you Coach Wilson. Thanks for all the good memories.Mary Christian Sharp
Mary Christian Sharp
, AL Tuesday, March 8, 2022Judy Tiller Martin
PARIS, TX Tuesday, March 8, 2022 My heart breaks for the loss of such a great, great man....one of the best ever. He meant so much to so many and his presence will never cease to be felt. My love, prayers, and condolences to you, Charlotte, David, and all your families. God Bless You.Davia (Means) Madariaga
Maple Valley, WA Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Mr. Wilson created a wonderful experience for all students at CHS. He is one of the reasons I became an educator. But more than that, Mr. Wilson was interwoven in the fabric of my childhood. To me, as to others I'm certain, he and Alvis Alderman were CHS. My love to David and family and to Charlotte, as well as all of the family - thank you for sharing Mr. WIlson with so many.Sue Davis
Commerce, TX Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Much love to the Wilson family. I did love Charlie! And: will always remember our days at CISD! Sue DavisSue Davis
Commerce, TX Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Much love to the Wilson family. I did love Charlie! And: will always remember our days at CISD! Sue DavisLaurie Grubb-Garza
Wills Point, TX Tuesday, March 8, 2022 My deepest condolences to his wonderful family ! He was such an incredible, amazing, honorable & salt of the earth man ! Mr. Wilson was a large influence to me, especially in the difficult teenage years ! The things he taught me in high school stayed with me my whole life ! I'm so grateful for that ! He will be missed by so many, I'm one of them, one of his biggest fans ! Love you Mr. Wilson!RIP Sir 🙌🙌💙🇺🇲
Marsha Wolf Cooper
Greenville, TX Monday, March 7, 2022 Mr. Wilson gave me my first job at D. C. Cannon Elementary School in Quinlan, TX. He was one of the nicest men I have ever known and he was a perfect boss for me as a first year teacher. I will forever be thankful that God placed him in my life when He did. Sending condolences to his family.Wendel Jearl Sloan
Mesquite, TX Monday, March 7, 2022 My deepest condolences to Mr. Wilson's family. He lived such an impressive life and raised such an impressive family. May they find comfort in the memories of the impact he had on them and everyone who knew him.David Wilson
Longview, TX Monday, March 7, 2022 Dad, you were the best. There is no other way to describe you. Not just in my life, but in everything you did and all that you gave of yourself. You influenced, enriched and made such an impression on so may, but none more than me. I will miss our 7 PM phone calls every night and all of the gatherings we shared. I love you. Be careful going Home and let me know when you make it.Jennifer Bedgood von Drechsel
Commerce, TX Monday, March 7, 2022 My prayers for comfort and peace are with the family during this painful time. Charlie Wilson was my principal at Commerce High School and I have loved him since that time. He will be missed.Brenda Moseley-Longhofer
Garland, TX Monday, March 7, 2022 I am blessed for having an education under Mr Wilson’s guidance. He was an inspiration to us all! Sincere condolences to his family and all that loved him. We weep with you!Arnold richardson
Telephone, TX Monday, March 7, 2022 Such a man, loved and missed. Respected and missed.