Arnold J. Wilson

Arnold J. (Arnie) Wilson age 83 of Waterford, and formerly of Hastings, passed away March 10, 2012, at his home.

He was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of Charles and Hazel (Malosh) Wilson.

Arnold is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret (McKelvey) Wilson; their children: Linda Custer, Victoria (Steve) Widman, and Kevin (Susie Sutherland) Wilson; his grandchildren: Leeah (Steve) Roberts, Matthew Custer, Megan Wilson and Heather Wilson and also several nieces and nephews.

Arnold was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marguriette Cox; brother, Richard Rasey and son-in-law, Gordon Custer.

Arnie graduated from Hastings High School in 1947 and graduated from Central Michigan University in 1952. He also received advanced degrees from the University of Michigan.

Arnold was well known for his coaching of baseball and football as well as his career as a teacher and school administrator in Millington, Pontiac and Flushing School systems.

Arnie enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, camping and traveling throughout the United States and Canada.

Memorial Contributions:
Alzheimers Association

Visitation and Funeral Service:
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Family visitation: 11:30am - 12:00 pm
Public visitation: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Funeral Service: 1:00 pm
Girrbach Funeral Home
328 S. Broadway
Hastings, MI 49058
Pastor Don Spachman, officiating