Donald L. Wilson

Donald L. Wilson, age 83 of Lula (Gillsville Community), passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024.

Born on April 6, 1941, in Lula, he was a son of the late Hallie and Fannie Merritt Wilson.  Donald was a self-employed trucker for many years and attended Gillsville Baptist Church.  In his spare time, he enjoyed working with his livestock, being on his tractor and woodworking. Donald was generous with his time and resources and enjoyed helping others.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Linda Lou Standridge Wilson; infant son, Mickey D. Wilson; infant daughter, Melissa A. Wilson; sisters, Maudie Bennett, Claudie Craven and Ruby Wiley; brothers, Joe Wilson, William Wilson and Gene Wilson.

Survivors include son, Tony Wilson; sister, Barbara Payne; brother-in-law, Jerry Standridge (Carolyn); numerous nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services are 2 pm on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart with Pastor Jerry Baker officiating.  Interment will follow in Gillsville Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the service hour on Tuesday, at the funeral home.

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com

McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.