Freddie R Wilson

Freddie R. Wilson, 75, of Vermilion, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2018 at his home after brief illness. Freddie was born November 9, 1943 in Mobile, AL, and he had been a Vermilion resident for the past 60 years moving from Memphis. He was a veteran of the Army. Freddie worked at Ford Automotive Company as a repair man and on the rails before retiring in 2004. He was a member of the UAW# 425 and the VFW Post 1079, Elyria. He enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his sons, Larry (Kris) Wilson of Vermilion, Marty (Christy) Wilson of Sheffield Lake, and Josh (Chelsie Hensley) Wilson of Vermilion; daughter, Debbie Wilson; grandchildren, Samantha, Raymond, Patrick, Dylon, Dalton, Bella, Josh Jr., and Jazmine; 2 great-grandchildren; brother, William T Wilson, Jr. of Houston, TX; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Loretta (nee Dempsey) Wilson; and parents, William T. and Florence (nee Patterson) Wilson. Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Maple Grove Cemetery, Vermilion. Pastor Mark Jones will officiate. Military honors will be presented by the VFW Post 1079 Honor Guard, Elyria. Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.