Elbert Phillip Wilson's obituary , Passed away on September 9, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina

Elbert Phillip Wilson

January 18, 1940 - September 9, 2025 (85 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

Elbert Phillip Wilson's obituary , Passed away on September 9, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina

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Elbert Phillip Wilson

January 18, 1940 - September 9, 2025 (85 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

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Elbert Phillip Wilson Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Elbert Phillip Wilson of Raleigh, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Elbert left this world on September 9, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Elbert Phillip Wilson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Elbert may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his mother Eva Wilson Nichols; his son James Wilson; and his siblings, Jack Wilson, Leon Nichols, Johnnie Nichols and Bonnie Nichols.

He is survived by: his wife Geraldine Wilson; his children, Philip Wilson (Kimberly), Beverly Moretto (Jesse), Sandra Chambers (Leslie) and Lisa Alford; and his sister Sherria Christian. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bright Funeral Home & Cremation



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450 Courthouse Rd, Princeton, WV 24740

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