Lon W. Wilson

Lon W. Wilson was born on September 23, 1936 and departed this life on March 2, 2020 at his home in Somerset, Ky at the age of 83 years.  Lon was the son of the late Carl and Nell Wilson and the husband of Celeste Shaffer Wilson.  Lon attended and graduated from Leslie County High School in 1955 and Cumberland College in 1961.  While at Cumberland College he enjoyed playing both basketball and baseball.  Lon began his work career as an educator and a coach and then transitioned to a sales representative for Central School Supplies where he worked for 22 years.  Lon was an avid reader and sports fan and loved both U.K. and the Cincinnati Reds.  He always looked forward to attending the annual Homecoming at Beech Fork United Methodist church and spending time with his Mom, Dad, Brothers, Sister and family.  Lon had a passion for the lake and loved spending time at his lake house on Lake Cumberland.  He was very involved in the lives of his family and he was very proud of his grandchildren.  He loved listening and watching his grandchildren participate in sports and performing arts.  Lon loved spending time with his devoted wife Celeste and beloved cat Yogi.