James "Rooster" Wilson

James O. “Rooster” Wilson
James O. “Rooster” Wilson, 89, of North Richland Hills, passed away January 29, 2017.
Visitation: Wednesday, February 1; 6-8 p.m., Lucas Funeral Home, Hurst; Graveside Service: Thursday, February 2, 1:00 p.m., Mitchell Cemetery in Iredell, Texas.
Born in Iredell, Texas on March 31, 1927 to Silas Wilson and Lorena Willingham Wilson, he was one of five children, including one sister and three brothers. Rooster was called by God to join his four siblings this past Sunday.
Rooster was a fun loving person and was known as the “Icon of Iredell, Texas.”
In 1951, he married Gladys Sparks from Dublin, Texas. Jim and Gladys were side by side for 65 years, creating many wonderful memories.
He was preceded in death by his parents, four siblings and son James Alvy Wilson. He has a grandson, Justin Wilson and two granddaughters, Haylie and Embrey Wilson. He had several nieces and nephews that looked to him for a father figure. He is also remembered by all the Iron Workers Union Local #263 workers and students.


Arrangements entrusted to Lucas Funeral Home - Hurst