Frank married the love of his life, Susan René Wilson, on February 13, 1982. They enjoyed almost 40 years together.
Frank was an avid hunter and fisherman. He had an immense love of reading, coin collecting, watching ID, being outdoors, and spending time with his family. Even though he endured daily pain, you rarely could find him without a smile on his face.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents, sister, and beloved son, Paul J. Wilson.
Frank is survived by his loving wife, René Wilson; son, Randy Estes; daughters, Toni Herridge and Melanie Thompson; son-in-laws, Shane Herridge and James Nelson; brothers, Chuck Searcy, Ray Searcy, and Thomas Wilson; sisters, Anita Johnston and Lori Vaimagalo; grandchildren, Tyler Estes, Emma Wilson, Hailey Estes, and Cooper Estes; great-grandchild, Luna Estes; and many loved nieces and nephews.