WILSON, James N. Age 74, of Charlestown, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024. James was the beloved son of the late James Sr and Mary Wilson. Brother of Christopher Wilson of Santa Cruz, California. Survived by his wife of 54 years, Deborah Wilson of Charlestown. Survived by his son and daughter, Michael Petersen and Christine Petersen and her husband, Dennis McLaughlin of Charlestown, Massachusetts; his late grandson, Michael Petersen JR and his surviving grandchildren, Lee Ann Corvo, Erin McLaughlin, Morrigan McLaughlin and Declan McLaughlin. He was close to his wife’s family. Wilson studied at Lincoln Technical Institute. He worked at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and retired after 10 years. Wilson grew up in Santa Monica, California and moved to Boston, Massachusetts in 1973 with his beloved wife, Deborah Wilson. James Wilson loved helping his loved ones in their time of need whether big or small. He also loved surfing, listening to MoTown, Jazz and The Temptations. He also loved the infamous 1972 film, The Godfather. James Wilson will be missed by his family and loved ones.
James' services will be private.