Edward Roger Wilson

November 19, 1955 - January 30, 2020

Edward Roger Wilson was born November 19, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois to Alma Wilson and Roger Hammond. Roger attended Haines Elementary School in Chicago, IL. When Roger was a preteen the family relocated to East Chicago Heights, IL in search of new opportunities and better beginnings. He attended Woodlawn Junior High School and he continued his education at Bloom High School. During his younger years, Roger was known as a “LADIES MAN”. He loved to sing and use his baritone and smooth voice to charm the ladies. Roger, became a father at the age of 25. He was especially proud to be the father of Roger Long ”Man”, his only son. Roger was a “Ladies Man” no more when he caught a glimpse of the beautiful Karen Jackson, it was good-bye ladies, hello love of my life. Roger became romantically involved with longtime friend Karen Jackson. Roger and Karen built a life together in Chicago Heights for thirty-two years. Karen and Roger enjoyed spending time with their children, grandchildren and whomever would stop by for some of their sweet, open arms hospitality. Edward Roger departed this life on January 30, 2020. Both parents, one sister Georgia, three brothers James (AL), Jerry, and Harry James preceded him in death. Roger leaves to cherish his memory, his step father Ike Stewart; his son Roger ”Man” Long, Kesia, Tommie and a special son Sherrick; grandchildren Roger Darnell Powell, Roger D. Long Jr., and Christopher D. Long; Roger held a special love for his nephew Jamar Wilson Sr.; three sisters Sandra Wilson, Diane Bivens (Jerry), and Corine George; two brothers Lynn Wilson and Ronnie (Stella); one aunt Ernestine Armstead; one uncle Dr. Jonas Bonds, PhD; and a host nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.