Earl J. Wilson

Earl J. Wilson, 74, of 209 W. McClernand Ave., Shawneetown, Ill., passed away at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2009, 2:25 p.m. He was born August 16, 1934 to Adrian C. and Lola (Proffer) Wilson in Alton, Ill. Earl was married to the former Elva Cowsert of Eichorn who survives. They have two daughters, Cheryl Wilson and her husband James Schoeberl of Shawneetown, and Terri Hoffner of Clifton, Ill.; six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Earl worked at Manteno State Hospital, Fisher Body and as an Ironworker for Local #465 now #444. He served as recording secretary and on the pension board. He was a member of Exline Sportsmen's Club where he served on the board and as president for several years. Earl also served on the city council of Shawneetown after moving back here. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was a hunter safety instructor. His greatest pride were his grandchildren and as of lately his great grandson. He is also survived by daughters, Linda Hefferin and Sharon Schneider and their families and an adopted granddaughter, Stephanie Mustafa and her family; brother, Harold Wilson of Lockport, Ill.; sister, Shirley and Robert Sheets of Evansville, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews. Earl was preceded in death by parents; three brothers, Freddie, Adrian L., and Charles Virgil Sr. Wilson. Visitation for Earl will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2009 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Vickery Funeral Chapel in Shawneetown. Funeral services will be held the next day, Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 2 p.m. with Pastor Jack Hall officiating. Burial will be at Westwood Cemetery near Shawneetown. Memorials in Earl's memory may be made to The Preston Wilson Fund. Internet condolences may be made at www.vickeryfuneralchapel.com.