S Sgt. Dennis Lee Wilson, Sr., U.S.M.C. (Retired) passed away at his home on March 26, 2020, surrounded by family and Friends. Dennis was born on August 28, 1944 in Blue Ridge, GA. to the late Arthur (A.J.) and Margaret (Jean) Ross Wilson. He is a long time member of the First United Methodist Church of Copperhill, and after graduating high school Dennis quickly joined the United States Marine Corps. to serve and protect his country. This passion to serve his country turned into a 22 year career. During this time, he served in the Vietnam War and was the recipient of The Cross of Gallantry, 2 Purple Hearts, along with many other military honors. His passion for the Marine Corps was infectious, which led him to be a mentor to several up and coming young Military Men. Along with the passion to serve his country and the Marine Corps, Dennis had a competative spirit, and loved Friday Night Football Games, golf, and watching his children, grandchildren, & great-grandchildren compete in sports of all kinds. Dennis is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lougenia Godfrey, who shared his love for sports, traveling, the beach, and good seafood. Also surviving are his children, sons Dennis Lee(Becky) Wilson Jr. of Ellijay, Jon(Julie) Wilson of Farner; daughters Joy(Roger) Stiles of Epworth, Lori Nan Wilson, Margaret Wilson both of McCaysville; brothers Robert "Bill"(Fredrica) Wilson of Turtletown, and James(Mary Jo) Wilson of Young Harris; sister Adonna(George) Lickliter of Buena Vista, GA. and ; Grandchildren Jennifer(Brandon) Green, Amanda(Derek) Kern, Brandon(Alesha) Stiles, Noah Wilson, Maggie Wilson, Ivie Wilson, Iris Wilson, Ireland Wilson, , and Janie Wilson; Great-Grandchildren Jailyn Wright, Jordyn-Rae Green, Charlee Kern, Thor Kern, Karleigh-Jayne Stiles, Bonnie Stiles, and Vincent Johnson. Dennis's wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service and celebration for both Dennis and wife, Lougenia was Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. from the Akins Funeral Home of Copperhill, TN. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, or The First United Methodist Church of Copperhill Scholarship Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Copperhill was in charge of the arrangements. . Memorial Service Akins Funeral Home - Copperhill Saturday, June 13, 2020 2:00 PM 823 Ocoee StreetCopperhill, Tennessee 37317 Directions