Jeffrey R. “Jeff” Wilson, 68, of Irvine, PA, passed away on Friday January 13, 2023, in his home with his loving wife by his side.
He was born in Warren, PA on January 12, 1955, the son of the late Robert Wilson and Doris A. Walker Wilson and she survives. Jeff was a graduate of Youngsville High School Class of 1972 and received his Forestry Technician Degree from Williamsport Area Community College in 1980. He was employed as a HVAC Electrician and worked for many companies retiring as a district manager for commercial facilities for Northwest Savings Bank. Jeff was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, where he ushered and was on the building and grounds committee.
Jeff was a man of many talents and enjoyed many things such as golf, camping, birdwatching, cars, gardening, traveling, and spending time with his grandkids. He treasured his golf trips with friends to Myrtle Beach yearly. He was an extensive traveler, and made many trips with his wife to Mexico, Florida, Arizona, and Glacier National Park. Jeff also was an avid model train enthusiast. He had a very funny wit and always enjoyed a good laugh or joke. Jeff also loved his tractor and could always be found doing different projects around his house and property.
He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Stephanie Wilson, whom he married on July 24, 1987 in Warren, PA; his mother Doris A. Wilson of Youngsville; two sons Scott Alexander (Lewann) of Warren and Ryan Alexander (Laura) of Forestville, NY; 3 grandsons Dylan Alexander of Kennedy, NY, Brody and Trent Alexander of Warren; sister in law Suzanne Mitkowski (Mark) of Erie; Brother in law Robert Kerner (Brenda) of Warren; nephews Nathaniel Goode (Samantha) and Benjamin Goode (Courtney); and his loving companion, his dog Jimmy. Jeff also had a very extensive group of close friends who really meant the world to him, he cherished all those memories and laughs he had with those friends.
Jeff was preceded in death by his father; and one sister Cindy Wilson.
Friends will be received at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren, PA, on Friday January 20, 2023, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 Am on Friday in the church with the Rev. Richard Tomasone, pastor, presiding. Private Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Ave. Warren PA 16365; Warren Library 200 Market St. Warren PA 16365; Paws Along the River 212 Elm St. Warren, PA 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com <www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com/>. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. Warren PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Stephanie and family, so very sorry for your loss. Jeff and I shared many laughs together, for many years, most recently at Northwest. He loved to tease me with an old nick name from our Loblaws days. I am sure you will miss him and his great humor, hugs from a far.
It is my deepest regret that you have to go thru this heartache regarding the passing of your husband, Stephanie. I am so sorry for your pain. What ever I can help you with,please know I’m a call away. God Bless
Stephanie We are so sorry for your loss Klint and I pray for you and your entire family for the strength to get through this difficult time !
Steph, so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Condolences to you and your family
Stephanie, So very sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. My sincere condolences.
Steph so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Stephanie I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
I grew up in Irvine with Jeff, we called him Flip Wilson such great memories.
So sorry to you all for your loss. Had a good time in Irvine growing up.
if you were from Irvine he was “Flip”. Ride on brother
Stephanie, please accept my deepest sympathy as I can only imagine how difficult this is.
I truly appreciate the time that I worked with Jeff at Northwest, not only was he an asset to the Company and a wonderful personality.
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I’m going to miss my Northwest pal, Wilson Jeff. He lived his life ever so positively and with kindness. Add in his numerous talents and…what a man. What a good man. With sincere fondness, Evans Pat
Stephanie, we are so very sorry for you and your family. Jeff was a special light in this world, and it will be a dimmer place without him.