Birth date: Sep 15, 1939 Death date: Jul 29, 2023
Torrence “Ted” Wilson, CAPT. USN Ted was born in Wichita Falls, Texas in September of 1939. At the age of about 5, his father bought an 1100-acre ranch in an even smaller town, Walnut Springs, Texas, where they raised cattle, goa Read Obituary
Please accept our deepest condolences to the Wilson Family. While we had only met Ted on a few occasions, we cherish fond memories of those moments. Regrettably, we are unable to be there with you on this significant day, but please know that our thoughts and support are with you from Quebec.
Isabel, Marie-Alice, François
Dear Tad,
It's with deepest sympathy that I am sending love to you and your family during this difficult time.
Your goddaughter, Marie-Alice xxx
Brandy i recently lost the love of my life, 1st Lt John W Hamm, Ross Volunteer , Class of 62. Us Air Force. Our prayers are with you and your your family. God bless you for your continued devotion to serve our country and your family without wearing the uniform. Our prayers are strong for your wonderful "Tad" God is with him and you. Sheri Hamm
Condolences to the Wilson Family. I worked with Ted at GRU. Ted always displayed that same smile. He was reliable and dependable. I am thankful for his support over the years we worked together.
I met Ted over 40 years ago when he was the Executive Officer of VT-31, one of the two Navy advanced multi-engine training squadrons in the Navy. I was immediately impressed with his warm welcome to me and my family and his enthusiasm regarding the Squadron's mission to train student Naval aviators. Shortly after I joined the squadron, Ted was selected to serve as Squadron Commander. Ted picked me, the first Marine to ever serve in the Squadron, as the operations officer. Selecting such a relatively unknown person for such an important position showed Ted's confidence in his ability to lead the Squadron to success. His enthusiasm was infectious and enjoyed by all. Under his leadership, we were tremendously successful. He always had a smile that made your day better. He was one of those persons this country needs more of. He will be missed.
Rick Jenkins
What can I say about Ted? Even the best writer would have difficulty trying to describe him. He was larger than life. His infectious smile and raucous laugh could light up any room. Ted loved to have fun, if he could not find a group having fun, he would create some. He would tell an outlandish story, tease someone or challenge the group until somebody bit and then the fun was on. He was full of it; you knew it, he knew it, he was proud of it. He knew how to live.
Ted was also the consummate professional. He wanted to be the best at everything he did. He wanted his crew, his department and his outfit to be the best and he did everything he could to help make them #1.
Most of all Ted was a friend and mentor. As I talked to my squadron mates about his passing, everyone said “he was my mentor.” Ted did mentor and counsel many young men. He had a way making each person feel special, like he was there just for them. I was one of those. He made me feel special. He didn’t tell you what you wanted to hear, he told you what you needed to hear. He didn’t preach to you, he helped you understand where you were and where you wanted to go. Somehow, all at once, your path became clear. That was Ted.
I loved being with Ted. He was the father I never had, my older brother and a great friend all rolled into one. When I was with him, I felt larger than life.
Rest in peace Ted. Many young men morn your passing but are telling your stories and celebrating your life in a way that would make you smile.
Mills
Brandy very sorry to hear of your loss. Ted and I worked together for many years at GRU and I certainly enjoyed his can do attitude. The last few he was my go to manager at Deerhaven when I took over as plant manager. I will always remember the first day I reported to the plant in my new capacity and Ted had my name on the door and he and I went right to work. He will be missed.
