 George E Wilson , was the greatest Navy man I ever knew, I was just barely a man when I got to serve under him on the USS Nimitz assigned to HS-9 , and as very young men do sometimes I somehow managed to get in trouble right away, But he was a understanding  very calm person, and he didn't come down on to harsh.  After the 1981 MED cruise , the Navy was going to let me go home early  because we were over staffed and I had checked out with everyone and in the morning Feb, 12 1982 i was going to be a civilian, , he had me come to his state room, all he had to do was sign my paper, but he wanted to talk,  he said i can see it in you, you really do not wish to go home.  I replied no sir I do not, he said hand me the discharge paper work, , he ripped it up shook my hand , gave me a hug, and said do not let me down,  So we went on another cruise but he left HS-9,  but he came back to the ship. sometime around around new years 83, , just for a short  visit, he walks into the Paraloft , I had just made Petty Officer 3rd class and plane captain on the same day, I cant recall who had the bigger smile, You could see he was proud of me just like a father would have been proud of his own son. I am saddened to have just found out this day of his passing, he had an impact on a lot of us, but none more so than I , He  was one of the good old boys who gave you the respect if you earned it, and compassion for the ones who slip up. The picture I am attaching was the day he he had come aboard . Fair Winds and Following Seas Skipper, And to his family my deepest condolences. Following the aircraft mishap on May 26th and May 27th 1981.  I had a very hard time going back on the flight deck and he sat down with me and gave me a pep talk, and I grew up

Linda,
I'm sorry to hear of George's passing.  I would love to connect.  Please send me a note at lmixner@verizon.net.
Love, Linda Mixner

Dear Linda and Family,
I was very sad to hear about the passing of "Skipper" Wilson.  I had the honor and privilege of serving under him when he was the Commanding Officer of  HS-9.  He was one of the finest officers I served under in my 29 year career in the USN.  I have many very fine memories of flying with him.  He was a mentor, natural leader, and a role model for me.  Please accept my most sincere condolences.  I wish him "Fair Winds and Following Seas" on his next journey.
With the Most Highest Regards,
Russ MacConnell
CAPT/USN/Ret

            I was saddened to learn of Captain Wilsons passing. I met him as a young Airman while I was new to HS-15.  He was my Ops Department Head at the time.  He took a personal interest in me and I was grateful for that positive outlook.   He was a great Pilot, and an outstanding Navy Officer and Gentleman.  My sincere condolences to his family. 
            Fair winds and Following Seas my Shipmate. Rest your oars, we have the watch. 
                                                                                                                                               AW1 Carl Mottern USNR-R, (HS-15, 1976-79)

I want to express with the family of Commander Wilson my heartfelt sympathy.  Mr. Wilson was my Commanding officer when my service obligation had expired while serving with Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron-9.


The first time I met George was at the Green-Wilson family reunion.  His Southern charm was above and beyond.  He always came running out to open my door and help with my bags.  He was my dancing partner,  there were several times when he twirled me around until I was dizzy.  My kids are blessed to have a grandfather who always put his family first.  It is an honor to have known you and to love you!  Thank you for letting me be part of your family and for being the best father-in-law ever!!! It was two months ago when you and I watched your retirement video, we both laughed and cried through the whole video.  I will always smile when I think of that day!!!   
Love and miss ya,     Michelle 

I was blessed with the Wilson family in my life when Lara and I began playing soccer together at Brandon Jr. High. 
I remember Lara then. So calm and quiet and great soccer player!
We became fast friends. She invited me over to her house. 
George and Linda were so kind and I loved being in the warmth of their home. I became a regular for dinner, after-school snacks, celebrations, and weekend hangouts. They treated me like one of their own kids.
Mr. Wilson and Wade were working on these fabulous convertible sports cars and would let Lara and I drive them around Virginia Beach. I'll never forget that. Who gives two sixteen-year-olds the keys to classic cars and says "Have at it" That really left an impression on me. He trusted us with these classic cars that he put his time and elbow grease in to without conditions. 
He was kind, generous and a lovely human being! I could see and feel the love that permeated that home. 
I am truly blessed to have known you Geroge Wilson!
Thank you, sir!

To my second family from my Junior High and High School years, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you peace and ease!

Love!


Linda and family: 

My heart goes out to y'all.  I am so very sorry for your loss.  George will be remembered by all who knew him (or knew of him, in my case) through all of his accomplishments, his love of his family, and his faith.    He leaves behind a wonderful extended family to carry on his name and his legacy.

"Well done, good and faithful servant."

Warmest regards,
Linda Irwin
Winchester, VA

Dear Linda and family,

     I am so very saddened to learn of George's passing, and I offer my sincere sympathy. George (a 35-year active duty USN captain) and I (a USNR captain with just a few years of active duty) were among the precious few Navy veterans in the area,  which, thanks to Maxwell, is swarming with Air Force vets. I enjoyed greatly seeing him at MOAA luncheons and before that -- years ago -- jointly trying to get a Navy League chapter underway. George was a superb and modest officer, and man, whom I greatly respected. I will miss him and remember him fondly.

Dick Amberg

  George was my roommate during our first year ( plebe year ) at the Naval Academy. We were both small town boys, trying to survive the hardest year of our young lives. George was like the brother that I needed at that difficult time, as he could lighten the hard moments with his big grim and his back woods witticisms.
   Of course, Linda was in the picture even then. She was responsible for fixing me up with dates and she did a masterful job. She became my Plebe year sister. Together, the three of us ( plus date number 2/3/4/5/etc) created a lot of memories.
   We both went our separate ways after graduation, with George going in Aviation and myself into Submarines, but I never forgot my friend from Itta Bena.  And now that George is gone, I find water running from my eyes.
    Bullet---You were a great father, husband, Naval Officer and friend. You have accomplished your mission and it is time to rest your oars. WELL DONE!
Fair Winds and Following Seas Roomy---You are missed. 

There are so many memories to share in that  George and I  were always friends. .  He and I spent many days playing together as pre schoolers and started the first grade together in Itta Bena Mississippi and stayed together for the next twelve years.   His mother, Virgie, and my mother Virginia were both elementary school teachers and neither of us had a dad.  The commonalities between George and  me were close.  

  Some of our favorite past times included roaming the banks of Lake Henry on  the Green (mother Virgie's maiden name) family farm  looking for snakes, turtles, and any other kind f wildlife.     When we were 12 or so Uncle Jimmy Green provided us with shotguns so that we could rabbit and squirrel hunt---It was a good thing that the family was not dependent on our kills for food or else they would have starved.  Many happy times were spent with us being in the outdoors together 

  Then there was athletics and we were teammates from 7th to 12th grade.  One of my most vivid memories occurred in the last game of our senior year and the last time we suited up together.   We scored a td on last play of the game and then got to run the extra point.   I played quarterback and George was the right halfback and in the extra point huddle we made eye contact and he mouthed 36 which was a direct handoff to him.  I called the play, and he hit the hole full speed as he always did, made the extra point and the two of us walked off the field together--for the last time....

I loved him like a brother and  there will always be a place in my heart for him and  and  I will always hold on to the  memories of our times together.  

I don’t remember the dates that I met most people in my life, but I know exactly when I met George. I had recently graduated from Navy boot camp. I was an E-1. Just a month into my first school and I was planning a trip to Virginia for Christmas then to Montgomery for New Years. I remember talking to Lara about flight times and her telling me that she would be at the airport to pick me up. She said “if anyone comes with me it will be my mom”. I’d already met Linda and knew what a phenomenal person she is. I had not yet met George. In my 22 year old E1 mind, I was terrified. He was a Navy Captain!! I told my shipmates “ I’m going to meet Captain George”! And they all knew the significance.  It was a big deal. It was December 27, 1999. This was pre 9/11. Your loved ones were still allowed to meet you at the terminal. I stepped off the plane and down the hall, expecting to see Lara, maybe her sweet mom. But when I turned the corner, there he was. My heart dropped. I so badly wanted to make a good impression. He extended his hand and in the richest most beautiful manly voice he said “ hello Tracy, I’m George, Lara’s father”. There was so much pride in that statement. I could hear it then and remember it vividly. I didn’t know then, that this wonderful man would become my father in law and the grandfather to my children. I couldn’t be more grateful to have been blessed with this man in my life.  Over the next 20 years,  we spent many birthdays and holidays together. We bonded over music. George would test me. “Tracy, who sings this”? And when I would answer he would give me the biggest smile. I will miss that smile. I love you Captain George. Fair wind and following seas. Rest Easy

He always had a smile on his face and was always the life of the party.  

I love the photos !  Wishing you many good memories that will put smiles on your faces and warm your hearts .  Sending love, comfort and prayers.
PS. It's not George without the trademark cowboy hat! ❤️

OBITUARY

George Eugene Wilson Jr.

April 20, 1942 – March 5, 2019

White Chapel-Greenwood Funeral Home & Greenwood Serenity Memorial Gardens

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