Celebrating a life that touched us all
Craig R. Wilson, 78, of Jensen Beach, Fl lived his life with a dedication to truth and justice for all. He was a lover of words and anyone that shared time with him, walked away as a better person.
Born in Toledo, Ohio, the son of the late Edwin H. Wilson and Jeanette Rowe Wilson. The family moved to south Florida when Craig was a young boy. He is survived by his wife, Susan Wilson, and 3 sons Dwight Wilson (Diane), Brian Wilson (Jennifer) and Patrick Wilson (Christine). Brother, Peter Huttinger (Vickie) of Cinn., Ohio, sister, Wendy Bertino of Eustis, FL Craig was predeceased by his beloved sister, Carla Peterson. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren, Blake, Bradley, Carly, Luke, Grace, Isabelle, Sophia, Seth, Naomi and Levi. Nieces, nephews and many, many friends.
Craig graduated Palm Beach High School, Class of 1958 and attended Palm Beach Junior College. He has worked hard since a young boy starting with a paper route, then on to Pratt & Whitney before attending Florida State and Law School at Stetson University where he graduated with a degree of Juris Doctor. He served in the public defender's office, Municipal Judge for the Town of Jupiter; Board of Directors for Palm Beach County Housing Authority for 17 years. He was involved with setting up and serving on Board of Directors for Nelle Smith Residence for Girls for 7 years. He practiced law for 35 years in Palm Beach County with many awards and recognition for outstanding ethical and professional standards including Preeminent Lawyer status for many years. He was honored by the Supreme Court of the State of Florida and Supreme Court of the United States of America.
After closing his law practice he became involved with King Neptune Seafood Restaurant for 14 years before retiring in 2017. He thoroughly enjoyed working with and meeting families in the Port Salerno area during his tenure with King Neptune. He had a passion for fishing, boating and sailing in the Bahamas. In recent years he enjoyed traveling and enjoying the outdoors. He loved a good cigar while grilling and telling stories, FSU football and tending to his orchids. He had a genuine care and love for his wife, family and people he met along the wonderful path that was his life. He was loved by so many and will be deeply missed by his devoted companion, Patches. .
A celebration of life will be held at 2 PM to 5 PM, Monday, October 29, 2018 at River Palm Cottages, 2325 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, FL 34957.
Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the Shriners.