Raymond L. Wilson, 90, a lifelong resident of Ellisville, MS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Merit Health Wesley Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS.

Visitation will be held at Ellisville Funeral Home on Sunday, January 29, from 4-6 PM. The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church of Ellisville on Monday, January 30, at 10 am.

Graveside service to follow at Ellisville Cemetery. Dr. Greg Spencer will officiate.

EllisvilleFuneral Home is in charge of arrangements. (601) 477-3797.

Raymond was born in Ellisville on May 1, 1932, and graduated elementary, high school, and junior college there. He received a B.S. degree from Mississippi State University and then proudly served in the U.S. Army in Europe prior to receiving an honorable discharge. Raymond was pre-deceased by his wife of over fifty years, Sue Powell Wilson, in 2015. Bothwere active members of First Baptist Church in Ellisville, where he served on the building committee and as a deacon. He retired from Ellisville State School, where he was the Director of Buildings and Maintenance for many years. After retirement, he and Sue enjoyed traveling the country in their RV and camping with many of their close friends from Ellisville.

After his wife's passing, Raymond became an active Jones College sports booster and fan. In particular, he enjoyed watching women's softball and rarely missed a practice or a game until health concerns prevented his attendance. He was honored to have a special seat in the press box to continue enjoying the games when his mobility became difficult. The family is deeply grateful for the love and support he received from his alma mater, Jones College. When asked who he rooted for, he always answered, "JC Bobcats."

In addition to his wife, he is preceded in death by his parents, Shellie and Alma Wilson.

He is survived by his daughters, Ginny Cruz (Rolando) and Ramona Mockoviak (John); his grandchildren, Emily and Susan Rodriguez and Sam and David Cruz; his sisters, Betty Ainsworth and Jerry Cutrer; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Pallbearers for the service are Sam Cruz, David Cruz, George Allen Cutrer, Richard Wilson, Billy Browning, and Chris Robinson.

Honorary pallbearers include Rolando Cruz, John Mockoviak, Charles Smith, and Dr. Randolph Strickland.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the JCJC Foundation or the First Baptist Church of Ellisville.