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Edna Wilson Obituary
August 24, 1941 -
February 9, 2025
KINGSPORT - Edna M. Wilson, 83, of Kingsport, entered her heavenly home on Sunday, February 9, 2025, with her family by her side.
Edna was born on August 24, 1941, in Dickenson County, VA, to the late, Arthur and Mildred Widener Deskins. .
In addition to her parents, Edna is now reunited with her husband, Herbert A. "Buddy" Wilson; and brother, Harold "Digger" Deskins.
She was a devoted Christian and a member of Doran Addition Freewill Baptist Church for many years. She was very active in teaching the word during Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Edna enjoyed watching sports, especially, the Atlanta Braves.
Spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, dancing through the house on a rainy day or sitting on the porch enjoying her flowers and her sweet tea was her favorite things to do.
All because Buddy fell in love with Edna M. Deskins 63 years ago, the greatest love story began, and a family was born like no other.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving children, Tina Summey (Mike) and Mark Wilson (Karen); four grandchildren, Andy Summey (Dr. Kimberly), Amanda Sexton (Jason), TJ Wilson (Ashley) and Dustin Wilson (Lindsay); nine great-grandchildren, Michaela, McKinley, Melina, Shane, Sienna, Kiala Mae, Vivian, Grayson, and Graham. Her special puppy, Rizzie; sister, Sally Sanders (Ray) and brother, Roger Deskins; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in the chapel of Oak Hill Funeral and Cremation Services. A Celebration of Edna's life will begin at 7:00 pm with Pastor Russell Ferguson and Pastor Steve Burleson officiating.
Graveside will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, February 13, 2025, in the Garden of the Resurrection at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, please make a monetary donation to Doran Addition Freewill Baptist Church.
To share memories and condolences with the family please visit www.oakhillfh.com
The care of Edna M. Wilson and her family has been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral and Cremation Services.
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