John Wayne Wilson, 67, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017. 

He was a lifelong resident of Oglethorpe County. He and his brother, James, owned and operated Wilson's Auto Service for over 38 years. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Swayne and Magnolia Wilson, a brother, Roy Wilson and his two beloved children, Wendy and John Wilson. 

Survivors include his wife, Rosemary Wilson; two brothers, James (Janice) Wilson and William Wilson and numerous nieces, nephews and aunts. 

Graveside services will be held Sunday, January 8, 2017 at 3:00 pm at Temple United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Ronnie Healan officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:00 until 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Honorary pallbearers will be Jake McCoy, Stanley Minish, Jimmy Brown, Eric Wilson and Kevin Cunningham.