James L. Wilson, age 69, of Washington passed away at 6:00 a.m. Wednesday at his cabin. Born August 16, 1938 in Mattoon, IL, he was the son of Cecil B and Maxine (Dallas) Wilson. He graduated from high school in 1956 in Indianapolis and was a US Army veteran where he served in the Military Police. He loved spending time at his cabin, fishing, and watching the birds and other wildlife. He was of the Christian faith. Surviving is his wife Jeanette "Jeanie" (Raymann) Wilson; two sons and daughter-in-law, Kelly and Debbie Wilson and Kevin Wilson all of Washington; and five grandchildren, Clinton Wilson, Eli Wilson, and Kelsey E. Wilson all of Texas; and Catherine L. Wilson and Jared J. Wilson both of Washington. He is preceded in death by his parents. There will be no service. Ed Lee Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.edleemortuary.com .