George Wilson

Obituary of George F. Wilson

George F. Wilson, Jr. Afton, NY George F. Wilson, Jr. 66 of Afton passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 3, 2011 at his home. He was born on August 2, 1944 to the late George and Frances (Nicholson) Wilson in Poughkeepsie, NY George was a logger for 40 years. He worked in Maine, Connecticut and New York. In his younger days, he played baseball in New Milford, CT and competed in logging competitions throughout many states. George was an avid Yankee fan. He loved the NY Giants and Dale Earnhardt, Sr. He is survived by: His loving wife of 46 years, Christine Wilson, Afton Daughter and son-in-law - Heaven and Doug Barnes, Masonville And 3 granddaughters Abby, Zoey and Molly. Sister - Nancy and John Michaud Brother - Edward and Marilyn Wilson Brother - Charles Wilson Father - George R. Wilson Cousin - Karen Lynn and Robert Jackson Sister-in-laws - Donna and George Bahr, Sally Rodger, Dale and Robert Hanna, Debbie Rodger and Calvin, Diane and Dennis MacDonald Brother-in-laws - Wayne and Pam Rodger, Gary Rodger, Doug Rodger, Daniel and Karen Rodger, Robin Rodger Many nieces, nephew and Godchildren He is also predeceased by His In-laws, Doug and Sue Rodger and brother-in-law, James Rodger Friends may call Sunday, June 5, 2011 from 5-8 PM and from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Monday at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM Monday in the funeral chapel. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery in Afton. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney.
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