James Junior Wilson Washington, District of Columbia Obituary

James Junior Wilson

<p>James Junior Wilson was born on March 6, 1933 in Laurens, SC to Eula Lenora Little and Fletcher</p><p>“Buster” Wilson. He was a devoted family man, hard-working employee, and a man of faith. He</p><p>attended New York City Public Schools and later joined the armed services on January 29, 1951, serving</p><p>honorably until his discharge on December 30, 1953.</p><p><br></p><p>After returning home, James met the love of his life on Anacostia Rd SE. They married April 14, 1956<br></p><p>and together they raised four children. He dedicated over 30 years of his life to the Bethesda Navy</p><p>Medical Hospital, where he earned a reputation as a reliable and dedicated Culinary General Foreman.</p><p>His hard work and commitment supported his family and made a positive impact on those around him.</p><p>On the day of his retirement he received a letter from Captain Alan W. Frost, that ended with the</p><p>following statement “May your retirement days be full of the happiness that you brought to us all. You</p><p>leave a void that will be very difficult to fill.”</p><p><br></p><p>In his leisure time, James enjoyed fishing, hunting, walking, coin collecting, and cooking. In 1992, he</p><p>accepted a custodial position at Holy Trinity Worship Center International, which later led to him</p><p>dedicating his life to Christ. He also served as an active member of the men's choir and started the</p><p>Church concession stand. He was a mentor to many young men as long as he was able.</p><p><br></p><p>James was a loving husband to his wife of 66 years, Betty Melinda Wilson, who preceded him in death</p><p>December 6, 2022. He was also blessed with three sisters: Mamie, Rose, and Lizzie, who proceeded him</p><p>in death as well. He is survived by his four children, Lenora “Bitsy” Bowman (Greg-deceased), Jayme</p><p>Wilson McCrimmon (Danny), James C. Wilson (Veda), and Wanda Jean Wilson, and one brother, Willie</p><p>Earl Wilson Sr. (Pauline). He was a proud grandfather to Lanine Valdez (Alex), Michele Woods (Daniel),</p><p>Crystal McCrimmon, Daniel McCrimmon (Nicole), Tracie and Treanna Jordan, and great-grandfather to</p><p>Mariah, Mason, Major, Maxwell, Dawson, Lenexio, Nelix, Dash, Nori, and Melodie. He also leaves a host</p><p>of nieces, nephews, cousins, and church family and friends.</p><p><br></p><p>James will be remembered for his love of family, hard work, dedication, and service to his church. His</p><p>legacy will live on through his family and all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.</p><p><br></p><p>Goodbye, see you in the morning! You leave a void that will never be filled – We love you</p><p><br></p><p>Bitsy, Jayme, JC and Wanda</p>
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James Junior Wilson was born on March 6, 1933 in Laurens, SC to Eula Lenora Little and Fletcher

“Buster” Wilson. He was a devoted family man, hard-working employee, and a man of faith. He

attended New York City Public Schools and later joined the armed services on January 29, 1951, serving

honorably until his discharge on December 30, 1953.


After returning home, James met the love of his life on Anacostia Rd SE. They married April 14, 1956

and together they raised four children. He dedicated over 30 years of his life to the Bethesda Navy

Medical Hospital, where he earned a reputation as a reliable and dedicated Culinary General Foreman.

His hard work and commitment supported his family and made a positive impact on those around him.

On the day of his retirement he received a letter from Captain Alan W. Frost, that ended with the

following statement “May your retirement days be full of the happiness that you brought to us all. You

leave a void that will be very difficult to fill.”


In his leisure time, James enjoyed fishing, hunting, walking, coin collecting, and cooking. In 1992, he

accepted a custodial position at Holy Trinity Worship Center International, which later led to him

dedicating his life to Christ. He also served as an active member of the men's choir and started the

Church concession stand. He was a mentor to many young men as long as he was able.


James was a loving husband to his wife of 66 years, Betty Melinda Wilson, who preceded him in death

December 6, 2022. He was also blessed with three sisters: Mamie, Rose, and Lizzie, who proceeded him

in death as well. He is survived by his four children, Lenora “Bitsy” Bowman (Greg-deceased), Jayme

Wilson McCrimmon (Danny), James C. Wilson (Veda), and Wanda Jean Wilson, and one brother, Willie

Earl Wilson Sr. (Pauline). He was a proud grandfather to Lanine Valdez (Alex), Michele Woods (Daniel),

Crystal McCrimmon, Daniel McCrimmon (Nicole), Tracie and Treanna Jordan, and great-grandfather to

Mariah, Mason, Major, Maxwell, Dawson, Lenexio, Nelix, Dash, Nori, and Melodie. He also leaves a host

of nieces, nephews, cousins, and church family and friends.


James will be remembered for his love of family, hard work, dedication, and service to his church. His

legacy will live on through his family and all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.


Goodbye, see you in the morning! You leave a void that will never be filled – We love you


Bitsy, Jayme, JC and Wanda

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