James “Jim” Joseph Wilson

May 19, 1942 - October 22, 2020

A Vietnam veteran, Jim proudly serve his country in the United States Army from Feb. 1964 – Jan. 1966. He was a devout Philadelphia sports fan and loved watching the Flyers and the Eagles play. Jim really enjoyed spending time at the beach, especially the Jersey Shore, and traveling to New Orleans and the Gulf beaches in Florida. A man who loved a home cooked meal, he particularly enjoyed seafood and steaks off the grill.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife, together for 32 years, Debbie (Meadows) Wilson; two daughters: Jennifer (Donald) Ferro and their children Nathan, Mya and Joey, and Joanna (Sean) Seigman and their son Jackson; two sons: James (Angie) McConnell, Sr. and their children Briana, James Jr., Abigail and Haley, and Michael (Alexis) McConnell, Sr. and their children Annalise and Michael Jr.; brother, Harry Wilson and sister, Susan Kravitz. He will also be dearly missed by his collie, Heidi and border collie, Bently.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his first wife, Joanne Wilson and brother, Charles Wilson, Jr.

Services for Jim will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

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James “Jim” Joseph Wilson, age 78, of Elkton, MD passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born on May 19, 1942 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Charles E. Wilson, Sr. and Anna (McClain) Wilson. A Vietnam veteran, Jim proudly serve his country in the United States Army from Feb. 1964 – Jan. 1966.Continue Reading

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I love and miss you so much

I’m very heartbroken to hear about Mookie’s passing. He was a great man and was loved by everyone. He would do anything for anyone and was a great friend. He will truly be missed by many. I love ya Mookie.

So sorry to lose an old friend and school buddy
My condolences to Debbie, Jimmies loving and caring wife and to all of his Family and especially to his Children.
Jimmie was truly a great man and sacrificed much and gave everything he had for his God, his family, and his country. A west catholic boys graduate who lived our motto “Pro deo et patria” God and Country
May the perpetual light shine upon Jimmie Wilson and may his soul Rest In Peace. Amen

Jim, growing up with you was a PLEASURE. Touch football at Kingsessing, and softball with Gibson's bar, with you, was indeed, one of my fondest memory. You where a true friend.
LOVE you Jim.

Such a great guy. We shared many laughs over the years. Mook your going to be missed by many.
Luv ya buddy. Give your brother in-law s hug for me when you see him.

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