Obituary of Richard Wayne Wilson

Richard Wayne Wilson, 58, of Columbia, South Carolina passed away April 24, 2015 at Palmetto Health Richland Columbia, South Carolina. He was born on May 23, 1956 in Selma, Alabama to Margaret (Crawford) Wilson and the late William Lewis Wilson. Rick answered his country's call and served faithfully in the United States Navy as a Submariner. During his service, he was integral in the computer upgrade of both the USS Calhoun and USS Monroe computer systems. After his military career had come to a close, Rick began working at Computer Sciences Corporation, where his amazing talent led him to be a Senior Applications Designer. After 20 years, he and his co-workers had become as close as family. Rick was a very generous man, and it was not uncommon for him to give money to those around him that needed it. He was also a very private man. He was a Christian and lived his life accordingly. Rick enjoyed NASCAR, and liked to watch his favorite drivers Tony Stewart and Kevin Harvick. He also really enjoyed a good tuna casserole. Rick had a very eclectic taste in music, enjoying everything from Aerosmith to Celtic Woman. Rick loved his family very much, and getting together during Thanksgiving and Christmas were extremely important. It was always known he took care of his family. This kind man and gentle soul will be missed. Rick is survived by his daughters; Marcia Ann Campbell (Dan) of Ridgeway, SC and Brenda Lee Tenney (Alan) of Las Vegas NV, and former wife, Dollie Lorraine Wilson. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Christina Lynn Jones of St. George SC, Josephine Andrea Jones of St. George SC, and Elizabeth Rose Campbell of Ridgeway SC. He is also survived by his Mother; Margaret (Crawford) Wilson of Columbia, SC, a sister; Robin Sikes of Oklahoma City, OK, a brother; Michael Wilson (Mardi) of Sumter, SC, and niece, Samantha Marie Wilson of Sumter, SC. He was preceded in death by his Father; William Lewis Wilson. The family will receive friends at Thompson Funeral Home at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209 on Saturday, May 2, 2015 from 2 PM until 3 PM. A memorial service will follow the visitation in the Funeral Home Chapel with US Military Honors.