Elson “Sam” Wilson
Elson R. “Sam” Wilson, 76, formerly of North Webster, IN passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at Lutheran Hospital in Ft. Wayne, IN. He was born December 24, 1933 in Union City, IN to Frank & Alice (Bowman) Wilson. On June 5, 1955 he married Mary Ellen Bryan who preceded him in 2004. Sam was a LPN, as well as a Nursing Home Administrator for the ALFRAN Nursing Home. Later in life, Sam worked for Choretime, retiring in 2000. He was a member of the Mizpah Shrine, and was very active in the North Webster Mermaid Festival for many years. Sam is survived by a Daughter – Mrs. Todd (Victoria) Wissinger of Ft. Myers Beach, Florida. A Son – Steven (Carol) Wilson of Bedford, New Hampshire. Four Grandchildren & Three Great Grandchildren. A Sister – Mrs. John (Cynthia) Russell of Columbia City. Services for Sam will be Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 11 AM with calling one hour prior at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Hillcrest cemetery in Pierceton.