William (Bill) Francis Wilson
of Waverly
William (Bill) Francis Wilson, of Waverly passed away Monday February 3, 2014 at his home with his family by his side.
Born November 29, 1947 in Waverly, NY the son of the Late Francis and Delores Wilson. Bill was also predeceased by his daughter Angel M. Dunker and grandson Paul Dunker.
Bill graduated from Waverly High School in 1965, after high school he joined the United States Coast Guard during the Vietnam War and served from 1965 to 1969.He worked at Leprino's for over twenty years. Bill was a collector of both coins and replica military ships. He worked for Hagens' Pet Food as a shipping and receiving clerk from 1999 until his retirement in 2011.He was an avid fan of the New York Football Giants and also of NASCAR following his favorite driver Mark Martin. Bill was first and foremost a family man enjoying his family and spending time with his boys, his backyard, building patios, and his fish pond. Bill also enjoyed his dogs "Buck"and "Lucy", 60's music, and trips to the casino.
Surviving him are his loving wife Joy Ann (Blizzard) Wilson at home, his children; James L. Barton, Scott E. Barton, both of Waverly, Reed Barton, Harrisburg, PA., and Allen D. (Toni) Barton also of Waverly. Bill is survived by five grandchildren; Nicholas S. Barton, Jake D. Barton, Samantha Barton, Cameron Barton and Coral Dunker, also two great grandchildren, his sister Barb Bidlack (Tim Orshaw), his Uncle George Namet,and nephew, Brian Bidlack.
Family and friends may call Friday February 7th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Luckner Funeral Home 449 Park Avenue Waverly NY. A Funeral Service will follow the calling hours at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Please visit TheLucknerFuneralHome.Com to offer your condolences.