Jerry Ray Wilson, Sr., 81, of Lake Charles, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019 at a local hospital. He was born to his late parents, William E. and Opal Wilson on January 21, 1938 in Honey Island, TX.
He was a farmer and former employee of Auto Electric and Magneto Shop. He loved fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his two sons, Jerry Wilson, Jr. and wife Donna of Lake Charles, Michael Wilson and wife Susan of Iowa; six grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Jerry is preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Nancy Wilson; his parents; and brothers, Jimmy Wilson and Donald Wilson.
A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00pm at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles on Thursday August 15, 2019. Bro. Ronnie Estes will officiate. The visitation will begin at 5:00pm until the time of the service. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.
