August 29, 1937- June 16, 2023
Travis Madison (Bud) Wilson, 85, of Central passed away Friday, June 16, 2023 after complications from hip replacement. Born in Quinton, Oklahoma, grew up in Kilgore, Texas, and served in the Army. In 2004 retired from Nichols Construction after 40 years. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Pam Badeaux Wilson, his daughter Jennifer Lei (Jenni) Wilson, brothers-in-law, Billy and Richard Badeaux and families, and numerous nieces and nephews. Proceeded in death by parents, Travis and Lorene Wilson, sister Jean Humphrey (Buddy), twin brother Bill Wilson (Randa) and sons Joseph Dewight Wilson and Jeffrey Travis Wilson. Services will be held at Blackwater United Methodist Church on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Visitation from 10-11, the Celebration of Life at 11, and a reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall at the church. Please sign the online guestbook at www.sealefuneral.com
4 comments
Charles Antie
July 8, 2023 at 10:31 am
Upon learning of Bud’s passing, my heart paused as I reflected back to 1973 when Bud gave this young married LSU grad his first real job. During our three years together he taught me many skills not learned in college, but his greatest attribute was his respect and loyalty for everyone on our team. When a career opportunity arose, Bud gave me the encouragement to pursue it for myself and my growing family. As years pass we lose contact with former colleagues; however, following my recent retirement I had hoped to find Bud to express my appreciation for his influence on my life. Unfortunately, this will not happen; however, I want his family to know that Bud (although not big in stature) he was a giant of a man! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Juanice Bacon
June 25, 2023 at 7:40 pm
He was a wonderful man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimberly ware
June 22, 2023 at 12:52 am
My prayers to the family!
JoNell
June 18, 2023 at 10:49 pm
My deepest sympathies to you Pam and family, ,. He had such an infectious smile