Obituaries

George R. "Rusty" Wilson

August 29th, 1948 – February 2nd, 2019

George R. "Rusty" Wilson, age 70 of Table Grove, Illinois, passed away at 11:11 pm Saturday, February 2, 2019 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. He was born on August 29, 1948 in Canton, Illinois, the son of George and Margie (Malott) Wilson. He married Mary Dennis on March 31, 1984 in Vermont, Illinois. She survives.

Also surviving are three children, Peggy (and Brad) Eddington of Vermont, Johnny (and Denika) Dennis of Table Grove, and Dusty (and Laura) Wilson of Austin, Texas, 11 grandchildren; Nichole (and Josh) Miller of Ipava, Jonathan (and Ashley) Vance of Vermont, Danny Vance of Freeburg, IL, Aaron Eddington of Texas, Michael, Austin, MacKenzie, and Ethan Dennis of Table Grove, and Abagail, Madison, and Andrew Wilson of Austin TX, 4 great-grandchildren; Katie and Keagan Miller of Ipava and Hayden and Dexter Vance of Vermont, and his sister Sandy (and Les) Belville of Princeville, IL.

Rusty was preceded in death by an infant son, Wayne Wilson.

He was an Army veteran, serving in the 4th Army of the United States from March 8, 1968 until March 5, 1971 and served in Vietnam from February 28, 1969 to May 27, 1969 where he was awarded the Purple Heart. While serving her earned the Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, the National Defense Service Medal, and the sharpshooter badge.

He was owner and operator of R and M Service and Sales in Vermont, where he sold and serviced appliances and T.V.'s for 5 years. He then worked at Graham Hospital as a bio-medicine technician for over 20 years.

Rusty was a member of the Vermont United Methodist Church and the Vermont Masonic Lodge #116 AF and AM.

His hobbies included ham radio, fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed playing cards, traveling, caving, and camping with his family.

He loved his family and enjoyed each and everyone of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 11:00 a.m at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Reverend Robert Green and Pastor Bennett Woods will officiate. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm on Thursday, February 7th at the funeral home with Masonic Rites being conducted at 8:00 pm. Memorials may be made to the Vermont United Methodist Church or the Table Grove Rescue Squad.

Condolences

February 4th, 2019

Mary - you were absolutely one of the best things that has ever happened to my dad! You have been a great and loyal wife, mother and grandmother. We appreciate you and we love you very much! - Dusty, Laura, Abby, Maddie and Andrew.

February 4th, 2019

please accept my sincere sympathy in this time of sorrow --Jim and Margaret Dennis

February 4th, 2019

So sorry to hear this, sending our condolences... Jim and Vicky Ackley

February 4th, 2019

So very sorry to hear of Rusty’s passing sending prayers. Randall and Sharon Stracker

February 4th, 2019

Mary we are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our prayers and remembering Rusty with only fond memories!

February 4th, 2019

You not only been my best friend, you have been a godsend to my brother and I’m so very great full to you. I never seen my brother so happy as he was when he met you and that happiness has lasted all throu your marriage. I can’t thank you enough for all that you and the kids have done for him and for Mom and Dad. Just know how much he loved each and everyone of you and how proud he was of all of you. My love for you and the kids is unconditional. I will be there for you aways. Love forever Sandy

February 4th, 2019

Mary,Peggy,Jonny and Dusty I am so sorry for your loss,he was such a sweet,caring and Wonderful man.The world has lost another Great one.Love you all Deb and Dave Griffitts

February 4th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you. Alan and Georgiana Clemens

February 5th, 2019

Mary and family, words cannot express our sorrow for the loss of Rusty. His spirit, laugh and zest for life will live on in each and every one whose lives he touched. My sincere condolences to the whole family for this devastating loss. Love Brian and Cindy Kumer and family

February 5th, 2019

I will miss you very much Uncle Rusty. You always made me laugh singing "Hey Good Lookin" and you always had a smile on your face.I love you Aunt Mary and we are praying for you all. Love, Michelle,Corey,Teresa and kids.

February 5th, 2019

Rusty will be missed by all who knew him & I know most of all by you Mary & children. Memories will be precious. I remember the times Rusty & you Mary came to visit and the times in your home. Memories are precious. Our thoughts & love are going your way. Gladys & Irene Malott

February 5th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. May you and your family feel God's love and comfort during this difficult time.

February 5th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. May you and your family feel God's love and comfort during this difficult time Rodney and Theresa Keefauver.

February 5th, 2019

Rest well brother. As we have a saying in the Navy, sailor rest your oars,we have the watch. I will pray for your family and pray that we can meet up again.

February 5th, 2019

Prayers

February 5th, 2019

So sorry to hear of rustys passing. He always was so upbeat and friendly. Prayers for you all and may you feel the presence of the Comforter at this time of loss. Kathy and Maurie Cox

February 6th, 2019

Deepest condolences to you and all your family, Mary, and to Sandy as well. Praying that God will comfort you & give you strength. Gary & Cheryl (Cox) Matteson.

February 6th, 2019

We just learned of Rusty's passing. He was a great friend and classmate when he went to Lewistown Schools. We shall remember the get together that he had for the LCHS class of 1966. He went all out! Great man. We shall miss him. Sincere Sympathy, Lorenda (Schnarr) and Alvin Spilker.All our love to his family.

February 6th, 2019

My sincere condolences and prayers for the family.

February 6th, 2019

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the family. Bill and Sharon Ackley

February 7th, 2019

So sorry for your loss. My sincere sympathy to the family.

February 8th, 2019

Sending condolences to the family...Jim and Vicky Ackley