Paul Richard Wilson, Sr., 71, of Mount Pleasant passed away on October 8, 2026.

He was born on April 29,1955, in Portsmouth, Virginia and was the beloved son of the late George W. Wilson, Sr., and Edith L. Farrell. In addition to his parents, his wife Donna L. Wilson and brother, George Wilson II, preceded him in death.

He is survived by his daughters DeAnna R. Ridley (m. Jason Ridley), Ashlie N. Wilson (m. Shawn C. Moore), and by his son Paul R. Wilson Jr. (m. Rikki M. Wilson). His grandchildren Jeffrey P. Wilson and Connor J. Wilson, a sister Nancy A. Wilson, a brother Scott M. Wilson (m. Mary Wilson), and step-father, Terry Farrell. As well as many nieces and nephews. In their sorrow, they also hold close the lasting bond of family and the many memories shared with him over the years.

Paul worked as a heavy haul truck driver where he is known for his commitment to perfection with each load he carried. His dedication, strong sense of responsibility, and professionalism are qualities that marked his life and what he will be remembered by. In the beginning of his career, he participated in many truck rodeos and was awarded the S.C. Truck Rodeo champion in the flatbed class as well as Rookie of the year in 1984.

He enjoyed hunting at Shingler Hunting Club, fishing, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and traveling the open road. Paul lived a life that will be remembered with love and fondness by those who knew him and by the family that carries his memory forward.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during the service on October 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel located at 1494 Mathis Ferry Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC. The burial will follow that day from 2:00-2:30 p.m., at Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens. A reception will be held at J. Henry Stuhr’s following the burial.

Memorials may be made to St. Judes Children’s Hospital or Lowcountry Field of Dreams (Holly Hill, SC).

A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at http://www.jhenrystuhr.com.