Carl W. Wilson

Carl Wayne Wilson transitioned on Monday, October 21, 2019, at home, after a brief illness. Carl was born Monday, January 19, 1931, in Salisbury, Maryland, to the late Robert Fulton Wilson and Juanita Ellen Peters Wilson. Carl was drafted to the military in 1952; he attained the enlisted rank of E-6. He was commissioned to 2nd Lieutenant and ultimately retired in 1976 as Captain, United States Air Force. Carl earned many awards and decorations during his military service to include a Bronze Star, Air Medal and a Vietnam Service Medal. In 1956, Carl met and eventually married Bessie S. Sutton. Their first duty station together was at Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, DC. Before starting their family, Bessie and Carl opened their home and hearts to much of their extended family. Carl loved to learn and sought to advance his education; he received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). He later earned two Master of Science degrees in Counseling/Psychology and Management from the University of Illinois and Central Michigan University respectively. After retirement, Carl pursued a second career at Delaware State University from 1976 until 1993. While there, he served as a Counselor, Teacher and Administrator. Carl was a proud life member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. He also belonged to several other organizations including, the Air Force Aid Society, the American Legion and the Delaware Retirees Club. Carl was a board member for the Delaware Federal Credit Union for 17 years. He also served as a faithful volunteer at the Veterans Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware, accumulating more than 2000 hours. Carl was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Bessie S. Wilson of Crisfield, Maryland and his sister, Bethenia Golden of Springfield, Massachusetts. Surviving to love and cherish many memories are his children, Carla M. Wilson, Derric W. Wilson and Michael Gattis (Deborah); three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He also leaves a host of nephews, nieces and extended family. Carl was especially close to his sister’s children, Violet Cousin, Wanda Odom (Edward), Lettie Mitchell-Anderson (Roosevelt) and Charles Mitchell.

Carl W. Wilson

January 19, 1931 - October 21, 2019