The New Era - All about Sweet Home since 1929

Sept. 6, 1944 - March 23, 2021

Tommy Lee Wilson, 76, of Sweet Home died March 23, 2021.

He was born Sept. 6, 1944 in Longview, Wash. to Barnie and Rose Marie (Nave) Wilson.

Mr. Wilson served in the United States Army, including in Vietnam.

He had lived in Sweet Home since 1992.

He loved playing guitar. He played lead and bass guitar for the Country Rhythm Band. He loved to share his music and taught many friends and family members. He also enjoyed old cars

Mr. Wilson is survived by his wife, Linda Wilson; daughter Terrie Wilson-Myronenko; brother Joe Wilson; 10 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son Chris; a great-granddaughter; and sisters Diane, Carolyn and Edna.

Memorial services, with military honors, will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, at Sweet Home Funeral Chapel.

Sweet Home Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.