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Official Obituary of

Oscar Lee Wilson

January 4, 2025

Oscar Wilson Obituary

Mr. Oscar Lee Wilson “Butch” was born August 12, 1954, in Minter (Dallas County), AL to the late Mr. Frank Wilson and Mrs. Artelia Hatcher Wilson.  He departed this life on January 4, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan.

In his youth he joined the Simpson Chapel Methodist Church and served during his early years.  He is a graduate of Westside High School in Marion, Alabama.  He was a football player and an outstanding member and starter for the                    basketball team.

He was a resident of Detroit, Michigan for nearly 50 years where he worked for several companies as a Construction worker and a professional truck driver.

Oscar was the youngest son of 12 siblings; of  which 9 preceded him in death.  He is the father of two children: one preceding him in death.

One of Butch’s passions was staying in constant contact with family and friends.

His memory will be cherished by his son, Malik Taylor-Wilson of Detroit,  Michigan;  three sisters, Rebecca Wilson Jordan of Montgomery, Alabama; Loretta Wilson of Marion, Alabama, and Lucille Hatcher of Fort Worth, Texas. He also has numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends  with whom he kept in touch. They will miss him deeply.

 

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Services

Viewing
Friday
January 17, 2025

1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Melvin Miller Funeral Service
302 Pickens St
Marion, Alabama 36756

Celebration of Life
Saturday
January 18, 2025

2:30 PM
Simpson Chapel
1804 Crenshaw springs road
Marion, AL 36756

Interment following funeral service
Saturday
January 18, 2025

Simpson Cemetery
Green Hill
Marion, Alabama 36756

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