Dr. Stephen MacKorell Wilson

Dr. Stephen MacKorell Wilson obituary, Baton Rouge, LA

Stephen Wilson Obituary

Dr. Stephen MacKorell Wilson died peacefully at his home on June16, 2019. Steve lived a long, fun filled, productive life and was loved by many. He was born to Parks and Janet Wilson on September 16, 1939 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. His family moved to Baton Rouge in 1947 after his father became a preacher at University Presbyterian Church. Steve graduated from University Lab School, LSU and finally LSU Medical School in 1964 becoming an Orthopedic Surgeon. He was a Vietnam War Veteran and honorably discharged in August 1965. He settled in Baton Rouge and joined the Bone and Joint Clinic in 1971 and retired in 2014. His work was his life and passion. He loved his staff and patients and the love is still felt today. In his spare time, he loved LSU football, reading everything he could on world history, playing tennis and attending the US Open with his partner in crime, Steve Carter. He loved having friends around and looked forward to weekly matches on his tennis court followed by his infamous pool parties. He lived a modest life but was generous to everyone he loved. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey Stephen Wilson and wife Jill, Brady Christian Wilson and wife, Alisha and daughter, Julie Wilson Aguilar Lefebvre. He is preceded in death by his parents, Parks and Janet Wilson, sister Janet Wilson, brother, Parks Wilson, Jr. and sister Nancy McClendon. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Brady Wilson, Jr., Owen Wilson, Catherine Wilson and Emma LeFebvre. Special thanks to Dr. April Irwin D'Agostino, Gray Sexton, Emily Kean and Tammy Parker. He spent his final years at his home which would not have been possible without the unconditional love and care from his son, Jeff and his housekeeper of 42 years, Idella Gradney. A visitation will be held Friday, June 21st from 9:30-11:00am at University Presbyterian Church in the Parks Wilson Room followed by a service at 11:00am in the Chapel.

Published by The Advocate from Jun. 18 to Jun. 21, 2019.
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God Bless Stephen wilson

Broox C Garrett III BSRN

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June 13, 2021

Steve was a good friend and great guy. We are out of town and can't be at the funeral but sending our prayers.

Mike & Ruth Russell

June 21, 2019

Offering prayers for a fallen Soldier.

Barry Jarreau

June 21, 2019

Steve was definitely a man among men;one of the most intelligent, generous and fun people I've ever known. He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. May God's peace be with all the family and friends; he will stay in our hearts forever.

Donna Atkinson

June 21, 2019

I will like to send a prayer to the family sorry for your loss

Carolyn Mccaleb

Friend

June 20, 2019

Steve and I were students together and were involved with the Student Center at University Presbyterian Church. Here is a picture of him from those days.

June 20, 2019

A great guy,excellent doctor,shall be missed!!!!Allie pogue

June 20, 2019

A great guy, excellent doctor!!!!

June 20, 2019

We are sending our sincere condolences to the entire Wilson family. Our hearts are deeply saddened for your loss. A very kind man, who we deeply admired for his love of his family and friends.As neighbors, we have regularly witnessed countless occasions of his generous and caring spirit. We deeply appreciated the care and devotion shown by his son, Jeff . Our hearts will be with the entire family in the days to come.

CARLETON BISHOP

June 20, 2019

Steve was not only a great person with a big heart He was always a true friend, a great surgeon and a true American Hero.
Paratrooper -- Grunt Medic in Viet Nam. The people that will miss him the most are the people that never got a chance to meet him.
Rest In peace Steve you earned it !!!
Your Brother in arms
Broox

June 19, 2019

I would like to express my condolences to your family. May God comfort the family during this difficult time.

Sandra

June 19, 2019

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family for your great loss. Your family was truly blessed to have shared so many years and memories with your dear father and grandfather. May God provide the needed comfort and support from relatives and friends during your time of mourning.

June 18, 2019

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