Charles Arthur Wilson Jr

Charles Arthur Wilson Jr of Willow Grove PA passed away peacefully at home on December 7, 2022.  He was 88 years old.

Charles was the loving and devoted husband of Clara nee Olivo Wilson of Udine Italy for 66 years.  Clara predeceased her husband in July 2022.  During their time on this earth, they raised two children, Charles and Barbara.

Oldest child is Charles, wife Audrey, and children Charles and Travis Wilson.  Chas Jr, and wife Alyssa have son Lucas Arthur Wilson, who is Charles’s great grandson.

Charles is also survived by daughter Barbara nee Wilson Davis and her two children Harper, spouse Anthony, and Barbara’s daughter Clara.

Charles is also predeceased by his parents Charles Arthur Wilson Sr of Germantown PA and his mother Winifred nee McGeever Wilson of Ballyboes, Donegal, Ireland.  Also predeceased were his sisters Winifred Brown, Dorothy Tierney, and brother William (Bill) Wilson.

Charles “Charlie” Wilson Jr was born at home in Philadelphia in 1934 and attended Germantown High School.  He joined the Air Force in June 1953 and was stationed at Aviano Air Force Base in northern Italy.  From there, he met his future wife Clara Olivo at a wedding, and were married 6 months later.

From Italy, Charles, Clara and newborn Charles were transferred to Wheeler Airforce base in Libya Africa.

Charlie was honorably discharged from the Air Force and raised his family first in Philadelphia and then in Willow Grove Pa.  He had a successful career in the Post Office, first as a letter carrier like his father, and eventually was promoted through the ranks, eventually retiring as Postmaster out of Devon PA.

Charlie was also devoted to the James A Flaherty Knights of Columbus (Grand Knight 2005) and the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) where he was a 4th degree brother, and, held various leadership posts during his time with them.  He and his wife Clara spent countless hours supporting the good works of both organizations.

Charles marched with the Mummers in Philly, supported the Reilly Raiders, and followed The Irish Thunder Bagpipers.

All in all, a life well lived.   Leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and kindness…

On Friday February 17th, there will be a private burial service at Washington Crossing Military Cemetery where Charlie will be buried with full military honors.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Saturday, February 18, 2023

Visitation will be at St. David’s Church, Easton Road, Willow Grove PA. from 9:30 to 10:30AM
Mass will be also held at St. David’s Church at 10:30AM
Celebration of Life Party will be at the Knights of Columbus in Glenside PA from 12:30pm to 4:30pm in the upstairs facility.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Charlie’s name can be made to the Knights of Columbus.  Checks to be made out to “Flaherty Council 3128”, and mailed to Jack Bellantoni, Financial Secretary, at 2315 Parkside Ave. Hatboro PA 19040

Click here to watch Funeral Mass at St. David RC Church

Click here to watch video of the Graveside Service at Washington Crossing National Cemetery

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