Edward J. Wilson, 66, of Cheshire, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 11, 2017 at Yale New Haven Hospital surrounded by family and close friends. He was the beloved husband of 42 years to Diane M. Tropeano Wilson. Edward was born in New Haven on March 31, 1951 and was the son of the late Edward S. and Norma Bonaldo Wilson. He was a 1973 Yale University graduate receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Russian and Eastern European area studies. He had a passion for Russian and Italian history, art and culture. Edward worked for Pratt & Whitney for many years retiring as a Procurement Manager. He enjoyed Sunday dinners with his family, traveling, and was a voracious reader. Father of Edward A. (Myla) Wilson, Brendan (Jessica) Wilson and Joanna (Nic) Wilson-Phillips. Grandfather of Eddie, Logan and Cameron. Edward was a wonderful husband, father, friend and Papa. He will be missed more than his family can put into words.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue Friday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at 10:00 am. Entombment will follow the All Saints Mausoleum. The visiting hours will be Thursday from 4 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gary Sinise Foundation, PO Box 50008, Studio City, CA 91614-5001.
Dearest Diane and Family,
Words cannot express our heartfelt deepest sympathy on Ed’s passing. May memories sustain and comfort you. Know that he is in God’s loving arms.
Love and Peace,
Celeste and Jerry Denne
Ed was an amazing, and selfless person who we will miss very much. We are sorry for your loss. May you find some peace in all the great memories you have all made and know he is always with you.
I am so very sorry for your loss. May the fond memories of the times you shared bring you comfort and peace during this most difficult of times. We can look forward to the time when God will wipe away our tears and swallow up death forever, found at Isaiah 25:8. My deepest sympathy to you all.
So very sorry for your loss. Memories will be with you to comfort you
Growing up with Joanna, I know how much her dad (Ed) meant to her. Ed supported Joanna no matter what and gave her unconditional love and kindness. I’m sending prayers, love and appreciation to the whole Wilson family. Nothing is more precious than life; I’m confident that Ed had the best life ever.
Diane,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mary & Ralph Cannici
My deepest condolences
Peace and Prayers
I worked with Ed at the former PW Cheshire facility. Ed was always very helpful, supportive and understanding with my various requests. I enjoyed working with him and admired his purchasing insight and intelligence. May God grant him eternal rest and salvation ! Steve
My deepest sympathies to family of Mr Wilson. May the words at 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4 be of comfort.