Ray Allen Wilson, 75, of Orrville, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Akron General Medical Center.
He was born May 22, 1950 in Camden-on-Gauley, WV to Wardell Webster and Mildred McMillan Wilson. On December 29, 1970 he married the love of his life Nancy Sandy. Allen and Nancy shared a beautiful life together for over five decades, celebrating 55 years of marriage this past December. They were not only husband and wife, but truly best friends, having been together since they were young.
Ray had worked for Culligan Water Conditioning and was known as an avid outdoorsman who found great joy in nature. Seneca Lake held a special place in his heart for many years, where he spend countless days fishing, boating, camping, sharing laughter, and spirits with dear friends. He always looked forward to his annual trout fishing trips and time spent fishing on Lake Erie. Hunting season was a great time he spent with his boys and many of his friends at deer camp in Saint Clairsville.
Family meant everything to Allen. He loved watching wrestling-especially when his sons or grandchildren were competing-and he was always their biggest supporter. He also enjoyed cheering on Ohio State football, a highlight of the fall season. Allen had a fun-loving spirit, was always ready for a good time, and had a contagious love of laughter that will be deeply missed.
Along with his wife, he is survived by his sons Michael (Michele) Wilson of Orrville and Mark (Allison) Wilson of Dalton; grandchildren Michael Wilson, Jr., Mikayla (Adam Hale) Wilson, Ruger Wilson and Benelli Wilson; his in-laws Milford “Bub” Sandy and his wife, Helen (Tink) and many nieces and nephews.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Carol Cutlip and Freda McCord and a brother Howard “Vincent” Wilson.
Per Allen’s wishes there will be no services.
He will be remembered for his deep love of family, his laughter, and the many memories made on the water and along life’s journey with those he loved most.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
So sorry to get this news. Allen was such a nice person. We had a lot of fun and laughs with him and Nancy and their kids for many summers at Seneca Lake. So may wonderful memories. Our condolences to the family.
Nancy, prayers to you and your family. So sorry for your loss but sorry for my loss in the time that we missed seeing each other. God give you comfort.
To the whole Wilson family, I am so sorry to hear of Allen’s passing. He was always so kind and usually had some joke that I normally never got! Plenty of Highschool memories in wrestling bleachers with you guys. Prayers for comfort and healing.
Karen (Fowler)
Nancy, we are so sorry to hear of Allen’s passing, our prayers are with you and your family.
Prayers, love and ugs
So sorry for your loss, prayers 🙏🏻
Sending our sincere condolences to you Nancy, and to all of the family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy to the Wilson family. Alan was a big part of David and my life along with everyone in the Hashimoto and Denham family who are also sending their condolences. The memories will live on in our hearts.
My heartfelt condolences to you, Mark, Alison and the rest of the Wilson family. Thinking of you and wishing you comfort and support in the days ahead.
There are no words to in times like these. God’s grace is sufficient to meet your needs. We will surely miss him. Nancy, we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
David and Ann Jacobs