Major John Franklin Wilson Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Major John Franklin Wilson of Jacksonville, Arkansas, who passed away on October 7, 2025 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Major John Franklin Wilson to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert F. Wilson and Virginia M. Wilson (Bean); and his brother James Wilson. He is survived by: his wife Margaret "Peggy" Wilson (Markowski); his sons, Jeff Wilson (Katie) of Salem and Jonathan Wilson of Washington; his grandchildren, Sarah Wilson, Madalyne Wilson, Abigail Wilson, John T. Wilson and Lillian Wilson; his great grandchild Adeline Romero; his brothers, Charles Wilson (Beverly) of Washington, Steve Wilson (Jan) of Texas and Joe Wilson (Sue) of North Carolina; and his sister-in-law Claudette Wilson of Alabama. He is also survived by extended family and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 at 4:00 PM at the St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church (2403 McArthur Dr, Jacksonville, AR 72076). A rosary will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 at 5:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials in Mr. Wilson's memory may be made to a charity of your choosing.
