MGySgt, Clifford R. Wilson, (USMC Retired)

Master Gunnery Sergeant Clifford R. Wilson, 82, of Havelock, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at Carolina East Medical Center.

Clifford will be laid to rest at a private interment at Gethsemane Memorial Park.

Clifford was born on April 27, 1939, in Westbrook, Maine, to the late Earle and Eleanor Wilson. He bravely served in the Vietnam War with the United States Marine Corp where he achieved the rank of Master Gunnery Sergeant. His dedication to his country and fellow man didn’t end there as he was an active member of the VFW of Havelock. Upon retiring from the military, he became a skilled craftsman making cabinets.

He is survived by his stepdaughter, Kazuko Durham of Newport; son, Selby Wilson of South Carolina; grandson, Kevin Conner of South Carolina; and 2 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Kiyo Shimoji Wilson, son-in-law, Jim Durham, and siblings.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory in Morehead City, NC.