Floyd Edward Wilson

FLOYD’S JOURNEY Floyd Edward Wilson, affectionately known as “Stilts” to some and “Unc” to many, was born on July 25, 1943, to the late Linwood Otis Wilson and Elsie Dashields Wilson. He received his early education in the Wicomico County public school system and graduated from the former Salisbury High School in 1961. Floyd attended Claflin University for two years on a full sports scholarship. He later married the love of his life, the former Christel Hitch on August 21, 1970. Floyd worked many jobs, but the one he loved the most was being the first African American Firefighter Engineer at the Salisbury Fire Department, from which he retired. After retiring, he had many hobbies. He loved listening to jazz and he started his own music collection. He also had a love of football and basketball. One of his favorite pastimes was “talking trash” to his brother “Dickie” and nephews when the games were on. Not only did he love his family, but he opened his home to many who called him “Pop Pop.” He looked forward to family gatherings and because of his sense of humor, he would also let you know when it was time to go. Floyd was a man of many words. Floyd gave his life to Christ and was a member of First Baptist Church in Salisbury, MD. On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, Floyd was peacefully called to his eternal rest while at home with his wife and children at his bedside. Floyd leaves a legacy of love with: his wife of forty-nine (49) years, Christel H. Wilson; three sons, Marvin Bright and Kenneth and Michael Wilson; two daughters, Rhonda (John) Caldwell-Dove and Vonda (Andre) Wilson; one sister, Susanne Floyd; one sister-in-law, Bishop Annette Wilson; nineteen (19) grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren, adopted grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives, in-laws and friends. Floyd had two special friends, Tyrone Wright and Lester Black. Preceding Floyd in death were five siblings, Jeff and Otis Wilson, Ellen Curry, Betty Nutter and Franklin Wilson, Sr. Floyd “Stilts” Wilson’s legacy lives on through the love he shared with family and friends. LOVINGLY SUBMITTED ~ THE FAMILY

Floyd Edward Wilson

July 25, 1943 - July 14, 2020