Bill was born August 17, 1938 in Brooklyn, New York, son of the late Thomas Wilson and Kaja Nielsen Wilson. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a graduate of Michigan State. He worked for Reynolds Metals Company for over 30 years. Bill had an outgoing personality, was very sociable, and always loved to kiss all the ladies. His hobbies included golfing, fishing, and cooking. Over the years, he was a member of countless charity organizations. While living in New Jersey, he was Past Exalted Ruler of the Elks. He began DeMolay International, became a 32nd Degree Mason, and went on to become a Shriner. He was also active in Boy Scouts Troop 110 and President of Eatentown Hockey, NJ. Willy also belonged to Sons of Norway and because he was such a great dancer, he would perform in many homes. After moving to North Carolina, Bill was an active member of St. Luke Lutheran Church where he had been President of Church Council. Preceding him in death was his only brother Henry Alvestad.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Inge Wilson of Sunset Beach; son, Dwayne Wilson and wife Mary Theresa “Missy” of Arizona; daughter, Christine Bahr and husband Robert of Texas; six grandchildren, Owen, Wesley, Kerry, Kyle, Austin, and Spencer; and one great grandson, Kearen.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 14, 2020 at three o’clock in the afternoon at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Ocean Isle Beach.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Luke Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 5869 Ocean Highway, Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina 28469.
You may offer online condolences at www.shallottefunerals.com
White Funeral and Cremation Service, Shallotte.
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