John Eric Wilson

John Eric Wilson, 62, passed away Friday May 4th, 2018 after a long illness. His wife of 34 years, Diane J. Wilson, and father, Kenneth M. Wilson, preceded him in death. Survivors include his daughter, Cara Marie of Brooklynn, NY; his son, Zachary Walter of Indianapolis, IN; his mother and caretaker, Janet Marie of Evansville, IN; and his brother, Steven Kenneth of Evansville, IN. He would like to thank all his cousins – the Wettmarshausen, Wilson, Diedrich, and Sitzman families for pitching in and helping him and Diane in their time of need. Also, a special thanks to Randy Wettmarshausen for his lifelong friendship and brotherhood. Thanks also to his friends of 45 years, Gerry and Brenda Fuchs, Rusty Greathouse, and Rusty and Lori Wright for all their help. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 PM on Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Alexander East Chapel, 2115 Lincoln Avenue, officiated by Celebrant Carrie Hatchett. Friends may visit from 1:00 PM until service time on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to Habitat for Humanity, 1401 N. Fares Ave, Evansville, IN 47711 or the American Cancer Society 5250 Vogel Rd, Evansville, IN 47715.