Richard Otto Wilson

Mr. Richard O. Wilson was reunited with his wife, Shirley Wilson, on Friday, August 12, 2016. Mr. Wilson was a native of Baltimore, Maryland and a resident of Prairieville, Louisiana. He passed away at home surrounded by his family. As per his wishes, no services will be held. Mr. Wilson and Shirley both retired from the Camden County Probation Office. He is survived by his sons, Rick Wilson and wife Sandy, Dale Wilson and wife Cheryl, Mark Wilson and wife Tara; grandchildren, Kelly Moran, Ryan Wilson, Traci Burger, Christi Thornton, Mandi Wilson, Alexa Wilson; great-grandchildren, Peyton Burger, Andy Moran, Ally Moran, Alex Moran, Brody Thornton, a great-grandson on the way and brother-in-law, Richard Baughman and wife Janet. He is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Wilson; parents, John Wilson, Jean Wilson and brother, John Wilson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mr. Wilson’s name to St. Joseph Hospice of Baton Rouge (225-769-4810.) Ourso Funeral Home of Gonzales, www.oursofh.com, is in charge of arrangements.