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Landon Wray Wilson

  • Writer: Misty Matthews
    Misty Matthews
  • 2 hours ago
  • 2 min read

Landon Wray Wilson, age 24, of Ellenboro, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026.

Landon was born on Wednesday, August 29, 2001, in Rutherford County to Randy and Trina Wilson, who reside in Ellenboro.

He was a graduate of East Rutherford High School, Class of 2020. Landon worked as an equipment operator for Sisk Grading and was of the Baptist faith.

Landon was an avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman who deeply loved the outdoors. He enjoyed working with his hands and was a talented blacksmith with a passion for metal artwork and taxidermy. Above all else, Landon was a devoted and loving father who cherished his children beyond measure.


He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Lee and Fannie Sisk, Aden and Vesta Epley, Wray and Vernie Wilson, and Clarence and Mintie Kearns.


Those left to honor and cherish his memory include his loving parents, Randy and Trina Wilson of Ellenboro; the mother of his children, Jayda Chapman of Bostic; his beloved children, Blakely and Ashton Wilson; his grandparents, Herman and Sonja Sisk of Forest City and James and Frances Wilson of Ellenboro; his brother, Cameron Wilson (Bailey) of Palmer, Alaska; his sisters, Kelsey Church (Corey) of Ellenboro and Ashlyn Knisely (Tate) of Minneapolis, Minnesota; his nieces, Caidence and Kayleigh Church; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends.


The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, at Bethel Baptist Church with Reverend Jeremy Jenkins officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. in the church auditorium prior to the service.


Memorial donations may be made to Blue Ridge Hope House, 314 US Highway 221A, Forest City, NC 28043.


The family wishes to remind everyone that the brain is a vital organ, and that mental health is just as important as physical health and should never be ignored. If you are struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, please seek help and support. Call or text 988 anytime for immediate assistance.

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