W. David Wilson

William David Wilson, a native of Vivian, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 90. He was a proud graduate of Vivian High School where he was 1st chair cornet in the high school band. After high school, he attended LSU. David went on to serve in the U.S. Army in the Army Signal Corp, where he received medals for good conduct and marksmanship. He went on to work as an office manager at Pearce Foundry and retired after 38 years. He was a gun collector, lifetime member of the NRA and was an avid reader of crime novels. David served as an usher at his church and trusted Jesus for his salvation. He found joy helping and encouraging his wife, children and friends accomplish their goals.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ellsworth Wilson and Katie Ueckert; and his brother, Glen Wilson. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Sandra Lee Wilson; children, Richard Wilson, Robert Wilson, and Nancy Wilson Blanco and her husband Carlos; and his brother, Raymond Wilson.

Visitation will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy. Baton Rouge, LA 70816, on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until Funeral Services at 2:00 p.m. celebrated by Reverend Bob Ainsworth. Interment will follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

The family would like to give special thanks to The Carpenter House for giving dad comfort, dignity, and respect in his final hours.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, a cause David was passionate about.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.