Obituary for Errol Wilson
Errol Lyddon Wilson, age 92 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022 at Capital Region Medical Center.
He was born on December 14, 1929 in Retreat, St. Mary, Jamaica the son of Ernest Errol and Adassa (Rose) Wilson. He was married on August 1, 1959 in London, England to Joyce Valentine who preceded him in death on June 12, 2017.
Errol attended Dinthill Technical High School in Jamaica where he became an electrician. After high school, he migrated to London, England where he worked for the Hoover Company. After several years he moved to Cascade, Jamaica where he worked for Jamaica Public Service. In 1983 Errol moved to Jefferson City, MO. and became employed with Westinghouse Electric Corporation and its successor, ABB, Inc. until his retirement.
Errol enjoyed working with his hands and paid strong attention to detail. His work ethic and ability to problem solve is a legacy passed on to his daughters. When he wasn’t working, you could find him watching sports, especially tennis or reading.
He will be remembered for his giving heart and dedication to helping others. The old saying “a true gentleman” was absolutely true of Errol; he greeted all with a smile and was willing to do anything he could for others. He had a good sense of humor and was a bit of a jokester. He enjoyed sharing his life experiences, especially with his daughters. He was always there to lend his time, a friendly conversation, or just to make family and friends feel special. Most of all, Errol loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren were the light of his life. He had a passion for life and enjoyed every moment.
Survivors include: his three daughters; Carole Wilson-Tyus (George) of Jefferson City, Ann McSwain of Jefferson City, and Jennifer Carpenter (James) of Davenport, Iowa; 11 grandchildren, Brandi McSwain of Virginia Beach, George Tyus, Jr. (Veronica) of El Paso, Texas; Tyrone Austin (Erica), Lamar Tyus, Amanda Matteson (Tommy), and Matthew McSwain all of Jefferson City; Keesha, Kirsten, TJ, and Brice Carpenter all of Davenport, Iowa; Chloe Asbell (Mark) of Duluth, Georgia; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; two sisters, Alva Dawkins and Lola Smith both of Kingston, Jamaica;
He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce; two brothers, Hugh and Edward Wilson; and two sisters, Dorothy Lobban and Faustine Sharp.
Visitation will be held at Freeman Mortuary from 10:00 until 11:00 am on Saturday, May 14, 2022.
A memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday, May 14, 2022 in the Freeman Chapel with the Reverend James Mahaney, Sr. officiating. Graveside services will follow at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens.
A webcast of the funeral service will begin at 11:00 am Saturday, May 14, 2022 for family and friends who are unable to attend by going to his memorial page on Freeman Mortuary’s website.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City, 1105 Lafayette Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary.
He was born on December 14, 1929 in Retreat, St. Mary, Jamaica the son of Ernest Errol and Adassa (Rose) Wilson. He was married on August 1, 1959 in London, England to Joyce Valentine who preceded him in death on June 12, 2017.
Errol attended Dinthill Technical High School in Jamaica where he became an electrician. After high school, he migrated to London, England where he worked for the Hoover Company. After several years he moved to Cascade, Jamaica where he worked for Jamaica Public Service. In 1983 Errol moved to Jefferson City, MO. and became employed with Westinghouse Electric Corporation and its successor, ABB, Inc. until his retirement.
Errol enjoyed working with his hands and paid strong attention to detail. His work ethic and ability to problem solve is a legacy passed on to his daughters. When he wasn’t working, you could find him watching sports, especially tennis or reading.
He will be remembered for his giving heart and dedication to helping others. The old saying “a true gentleman” was absolutely true of Errol; he greeted all with a smile and was willing to do anything he could for others. He had a good sense of humor and was a bit of a jokester. He enjoyed sharing his life experiences, especially with his daughters. He was always there to lend his time, a friendly conversation, or just to make family and friends feel special. Most of all, Errol loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren were the light of his life. He had a passion for life and enjoyed every moment.
Survivors include: his three daughters; Carole Wilson-Tyus (George) of Jefferson City, Ann McSwain of Jefferson City, and Jennifer Carpenter (James) of Davenport, Iowa; 11 grandchildren, Brandi McSwain of Virginia Beach, George Tyus, Jr. (Veronica) of El Paso, Texas; Tyrone Austin (Erica), Lamar Tyus, Amanda Matteson (Tommy), and Matthew McSwain all of Jefferson City; Keesha, Kirsten, TJ, and Brice Carpenter all of Davenport, Iowa; Chloe Asbell (Mark) of Duluth, Georgia; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; two sisters, Alva Dawkins and Lola Smith both of Kingston, Jamaica;
He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce; two brothers, Hugh and Edward Wilson; and two sisters, Dorothy Lobban and Faustine Sharp.
Visitation will be held at Freeman Mortuary from 10:00 until 11:00 am on Saturday, May 14, 2022.
A memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 am Saturday, May 14, 2022 in the Freeman Chapel with the Reverend James Mahaney, Sr. officiating. Graveside services will follow at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens.
A webcast of the funeral service will begin at 11:00 am Saturday, May 14, 2022 for family and friends who are unable to attend by going to his memorial page on Freeman Mortuary’s website.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City, 1105 Lafayette Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary.