Lillian Marlene Wilson

Lillian Marlene Wilson (79) of Ramseur, NC passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on August 25, 2024.

Born on May 30, 1945 to Ida Mae and James Bartlett of Vermont, she was 1 of 3 children and attended RHAM High School in Hebron, CT. Lillian went on to become a CNA, Med Tech, and Nurse. She married her husband Henry Wilson and spent time traveling between Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, North Carolina, and Kansas, before his death on April 29, 2011. After Henry's passing, Lillian moved back to North Carolina where she enjoyed spending time with her children, grand-children, and great-grandchildren.

Lillian was a devoted mom and Christian. She always looked forward to family outings to the beach, monthly girls' nights, attending revivals, and church retreats to the mountains. She also enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, cooking, and crochet.

In addition to her husband, Lillian was predeceased by her infant son, her son-in-law Terry Smith, her parents Ida and James Bartlett, her two sisters, Betty Wilson, and Susan Sarubee, as well as her grandson, Jesse Dodge.

She is survived by her loving children: Heidi Wilson and spouse John of Asheboro, NC, Henry Dodge and wife Lily of Ramseur, NC, Dollie Smith of Ashland, ME, and John Lowe of Springfield, MO, as well as 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Ridge Funeral Home on Thursday, August 29, 2024, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

A ceremony to spread Lillian's ashes will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Randolph, 416 Vision Drive, Asheboro, NC 27203.