William H. Wilson Jr.

William H. ”Red” “Billy” Wilson Jr. of Pine Island, a heavy equipment diesel mechanic at Tetz in Middletown, entered into rest on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019, at Westchester Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 55.
The son of William H. Wilson Sr. and Roberta Regelski, he was born on Nov. 13, 1963, in Goshen.
Billy’s biggest hobby was his lawn care and snowplow business. He enjoyed boating in the summer and going to Seaside Heights and, most of all, spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Cheryl Ann Wilson; son Daniel J. Wilson; daughter Victoria R. Foote (Nickolas); grandchildren Christopher, Isabella and Elizabeth; sister Michele Kessler (Pete); with extended family and friends.
He was predeceased by his sister Nancy Wilson.
Visitation were held Feb. 28 at T.S. Purta Funeral Home in Florida.
A funeral mass followed at St. Joseph Church in Florida.
Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the T.S. Purta Funeral Home.
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