Herbert was born into a large family with 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Herbert was drafted into the army in 1955 and was honorably discharged in 1957. He received his GED from vocational school. Herbert started his career with Western Electric which is now AT&T Fibers. Herbert retired after 40 years of dedicated service.
He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Preceding him in death was his beloved wife, Lola Ismay Josephine Johansen Wilson, of 35 years of marriage.
He leaves to cherish his memory of one son Mark Eric Wilson. Mark's mother, Isabella Cleo Wilson. Two grandchildren, Four great-grandchildren, A loving God family The Crawford's; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A visitation for Herbert will be held Monday, September 19, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 3150 Lawrenceville Highway, Tucker, GA 30084, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.floralhillsfuneral.com for the Wilson family.
