Pat M. Wilson Iii

Pat M. Wilson III, 70, of Leon, went to his heavenly home, Wednesday, July 16, 2014. He was born November 13, 1943, in Point Pleasant, a son of the late Pat Wilson, Jr. and Inez Wilson. Pat graduated from Point Pleasant High School in May of 1960. He then went on to receive his Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown. After completing college, Pat served his country as a Captain in the United States Army. During his distinguished military career he received honors which included, The Distinguished Flying Cross with 13 Oak Leaf Clusters, as well as A Bronze Star. He honorably served his country as a unit commander, captain, and helicopter pilot in the Republic of Vietnam from 1967 to 1968. He retired as a Journeymen Millwright from Millwright Local Union 1755 of Parkersburg, WV. Pat also served the town of Leon, WV as mayor. During his lifetime, Pat was a member of many organizations which included, Scottish Rite, Kiwanis Club of America, Statewide Literacy Coalition, and Minturn Lodge No. 19 A.F. & A.M. He was a blood donor for the American Red Cross, donating over 17 gallons in his lifetime. Pat was also a dedicated lifelong member of Leon United Methodist Church. Pat had many hobbies which included volunteering at the Mason County Farm Museum, running sawmills, antique steam engines, and flying. He is survived by his sons, Pat M. Wilson IV and Alex (Briana) Wilson; grandchildren, Dalton R. Wilson and Mia R. Wilson; sister, Judith Corriveau; brothers, Tom Wilson, George Wilson, and Joe (Mona) Wilson; nephews, David Corriveau, Ryan Corriveau, and Tommy Wilson; nieces, Julie Corriveau, Lisa Corriveau, and Laura Corriveau; twelve great nieces and nephews; former wife, Elaine Wilson; and special friend Eleanor Keefer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jim Wilson; niece, Linda Corriveau; and daughter-in-law, Joya Wilson. A funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, July 20, 2014, at Wilcoxen Funeral Home in Point Pleasant with Pastor Bill Crawford officiating. Burial will follow at Greer Family Cemetery on Greer Rd., Point Pleasant, with military graveside rites given by the West Virginia Honor Guard and American Legion Post No. 23 of Point Pleasant. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2014, at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.wilcoxenfuneralhome.com.