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Dix Today
By the People, for the People
Mt. Vernon Resident Billy Edward Wilson Dies at 93
Wilson was a farmer and veteran who enjoyed spending time with family and attending community events.
Mar. 11, 2026 at 3:40pm
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Billy Edward Wilson, a 93-year-old resident of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026 at GreenTree at Mt. Vernon. Wilson was a farmer who loved attending events like the Sikeston Rodeo and basketball games with his late wife Dixie. He is survived by several siblings and many nieces and nephews.
Why it matters
Wilson's passing marks the end of an era for a longtime Mt. Vernon resident and farmer who was active in his local community. His life story reflects the changing agricultural landscape and social fabric of small-town America over the past century.
The details
Wilson was born on May 17, 1932 in Mt. Vernon to Elisha and Viola Wilson. He married Dixie Davis on December 29, 1956, and she preceded him in death in 2024. Wilson was a farmer and veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He enjoyed spending time with his wife at various community events and gatherings with his large family.
- Wilson passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 9:38 p.m.
- A graveside funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
The players
Billy Edward Wilson
A 93-year-old resident of Mt. Vernon, Illinois who was a farmer and veteran.
Dixie Wilson
Wilson's late wife who passed away in 2024.
Elisha and Viola Wilson
Wilson's parents.
Rosalee Faulkner, Charlie Wilson, Danny Wilson, Junior Wilson, Cathy Boone, Nancy Hackett
Wilson's surviving siblings.
Pastor Britt Fullerton
The officiant for Wilson's graveside funeral service.
What’s next
Wilson's graveside funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at South Hickory Hill Cemetery.
The takeaway
Billy Edward Wilson's life reflected the values and experiences of a bygone era in small-town America, where close-knit families, community events, and agricultural livelihoods were central to daily life. His passing marks the end of an era for Mt. Vernon.
