"I am truly saddened to learn of his passing. He was a great man. I cannot tell you how many of his former students have asked about him over the years. The reason for this is because he touched so many lives including mine. What a great man and always treated me better than I deserved. "
In loving memory of
Richard Eugene Wilson
August 6, 1956 - March 13, 2015
Richard Eugene Wilson died on March 13, 2015 at his home in Austin Texas at the age of 58. Ricky was born on August 6, 1956 in Pasadena, Texas.
Gene was passionate about two things, his daughter, Ariel, whom he adored and his writings. Gene loved to write in his spare time.
Ricky was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Wilson, and his father, Kenneth Wilson.
He is survived by his daughter, Ariel Wilson, nephew Bryan Saunders, sister, Becky Wilson, and his aunt, Rickie Welder, and several cousins.
Tributes
"I am truly saddened to learn that Mr. Wilson passed. What a great man he was. I cannot tell you how many former students have asked what happened to him, the reason for this is because he touched so many lives including mine. God bless you Mr. Wilson. Joseph Gordon"
"Lit a candle in memory of Richard Eugene Wilson"
"Lit a candle in memory of Richard Eugene Wilson"
"I'm at a loss for words. I've searched for Mr Wilson for the last few years and came up empty. Me Wilson made a huge impact on me in my Jr. high years and honestly saved me from mistakes I would have paid dearly for. This man sat with me on the floor and in the hall in front of the offiice and literally cried with me begging me to not quit school. He did so much for me. He made a deal with me to take me to the beach if I stayed, and when school was out he called me and took me, my best friend and girlfriend as he promised. I can't imagine that happening in today's time. We exchanged letters a few times in the early 90s while he was still in Osaka, I still have them. I wish we didn't lose touch. Mr. Wilson was a great man to me, I will never forget him. Rest In Peace Mr. Wilson Chris Brandon"
"A lot of time has passeed since Gene left Tokyo.Every year I input your name to the PC on your birthday.And I found the notice. I really don't know what to say. I'm gonna miss you,Gene."
"Rick was a great guy, we played together as boys and talked when we became men. Gunna miss you old friend. Thomas (Tom) Maddux"
""Good Lord" he used to say a lot when I first met him. May peace be with you and your loved ones Gene, specially your lovely daughter. I will remember you with a smile when I listen to F. Sinatra."
"Rick was a good friend to me in High School. We use to have many heart-felt conversations riding around in his little sport car or just sitting on the porch. My prayers go out to his family. He will be missed."
"Sending loving comfort to Gene's family. We had lost touch back in the early 90's but were classmates at Deer Park High and shared many fun times and philosophical conversations with our group of teens. He was my escort for the Most Beautiful/Handsome contest. One time I rode with Ricky on his motorcycle back in 1975 to Austin! It was a fun trip! After I moved to Wimberley in 1981 and began raising my children and teaching, we would all get together and visit once a year. I enjoyed conversing with him about his writing. May peace be with you all! Brenda Bishop Morrow"
"Uncle Ricky....what to say Sir I'm at a loss of words with this deep tragedy.....plenty of times I remember good and bad with us both. But no matter what we're family first and foremost. Its hard for me to believe you have left this earth at such a young age. Look down from the Heavens and watch over your daughter. Love ya Unc Your nephew Bryan"
"My deepest condolences to the family on Ricky's passing. May God's peace envelope you at this most difficult time. I remember Ricky's smile and kindness in High School. Please know that each of you are in my prayers."
"The Class of 1974 is saddened by this news. We hope that he is at Peace now. Prayers for the Family as they go thru this loss."