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Celebrating the life of

James Ernest Wilson

September 04, 1941 - October 29, 2011

James  Ernest Wilson

Savannah- James Ernest "Ernie" Wilson, 70, died Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Hospice House.
He was born in Chester, Pennsylvania and for twenty six years worked as an Advance Manufacturing Engineer with General Electric in the Pennsylvania and Maryland areas. In 2008, he retired from Drive Automotive in Greenville, South Carolina before moving to Savannah. His son, James F. Wilson preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Carol J. Wilson of Savannah; daughter, Robin L. Gentile Matt of Pennsylvania; step-daughter, Lois Pezzi Cyrus Greenspon of New York, New York; step-son, John Pezzi Eileenof New York, New York; grandchildren, Ashleigh, Kathryn & Matthew Gentile of Pennsylvania, Lily Jane Greenspon of New York, New York, and Alex & Brian Pezzi of New York, New York; sisters, Cynthia Luther of South Carolina, Pam Barrow of Savannah, Karen Medicus of Austin, Texas; brothers, Jimmy Wilson & Frank Wilson, both of Savannah, and many nieces & nephews.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors.
Burial will take place at Philadelphia Memorial Park Cemetery in Chester County Pennsylvania at a date to be determined.
Remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, Inc., PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416 or Schenectady City Mission, PO Box 760, Schenectady, NY 12301.


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We met Jim when he worked at GE, Columbia, MD. We enjoyed many years of friendship and vacations, Myrtle Beach beach houses, and camping trips when our children were growing up. We will keep the good memories in our hearts and he will always be with us. Carol, and Robin and family, our deepest sympathy to you.

- Don and Marian White, Pasadena, MD

Karen, My deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow goes out to you and your family during these very difficult times. Ro

- Rosemary Ruiz, New York, NY

Karen, our hearts are with you. Cat and Roy

- Cat and Roy, Sunset Valley, TX

Ernie will be missed by all that knew him, We had a great time growing up in Darby, God bless him and his family. Your old high school buddy. Howard

- Howard Bancroft, fort worth, TX

I am a coworker of Ernie's sister, Karen. My thoughts are with her and the entire family.

- Austin Gates, Harrison, MI

I have only good memories of Jim. He was unfailingly warm, kind, and friendly. He will be missed.

- Cyrus Greenspon, New York, NY

I too am a coworker of Karens. Although I never met James, I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. Karen, you are in my thoughts.

- Joan Radabaugh, Vero Beach, FL

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

So glad we got to meet your dad for Ashleigh's Graduation Party. I know Dave heard lots of stories about you. Sending you and your family hugs and love!

- Susan & David Bechtold, Cochranville, PA

We met Jim when he worked at GE, Columbia, MD. We enjoyed many years of friendship and vacations, Myrtle Beach beach houses, and camping trips when our children were growing up. We will keep the good memories in our hearts and he will always be with us. Carol, and Robin and family, our deepest sympathy to you.

- Don and Marian White, Pasadena, MD

Karen, My deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow goes out to you and your family during these very difficult times. Ro

- Rosemary Ruiz, New York, NY

Karen, our hearts are with you. Cat and Roy

- Cat and Roy, Sunset Valley, TX

Ernie will be missed by all that knew him, We had a great time growing up in Darby, God bless him and his family. Your old high school buddy. Howard

- Howard Bancroft, fort worth, TX

I am a coworker of Ernie's sister, Karen. My thoughts are with her and the entire family.

- Austin Gates, Harrison, MI

I have only good memories of Jim. He was unfailingly warm, kind, and friendly. He will be missed.

- Cyrus Greenspon, New York, NY

I too am a coworker of Karens. Although I never met James, I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. Karen, you are in my thoughts.

- Joan Radabaugh, Vero Beach, FL

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

I met Jimmy at Drive automotive,It was just getting going at that time. I worked with Jimmy on many new and take over projects ,We became good friends after that. Golfing ,jokeing and even drinking a beer or two.Shortly after ,I met his wife Carol what a sweethart When John Hall and myself left Jims house that hot day.I thought to myself and told John ,Old Jimmys got it going on ! Hes got a great life, I was truly happy to see Jimmy and Carol and how much love they had for each other that hot summer day. John and myself laughed and smiled as we drove off. Its funny how you remember silly little things. I love ya Jimmy...... Rest in Peace my friend .

- Bob Dipert, piedmont, SC

So glad we got to meet your dad for Ashleigh's Graduation Party. I know Dave heard lots of stories about you. Sending you and your family hugs and love!

- Susan & David Bechtold, Cochranville, PA

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200