Eva Nell Wilson

Eva Nell Wilson, affectionately known as "Tootsie," passed away on April 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and warmth. Born on March 8, 1954, in Fayette County, Eva was the cherished daughter of the late John Neal and Lucy Mae Jordan.

Tootsie was a devoted wife and mother whose heart was nurtured by her family. Her passion for cooking and sewing brought joy not only to herself but also to those fortunate enough to share in her culinary creations and hand-stitched treasures. She embraced life with grace and kindness, always putting the needs of her loved ones above her own.

Her survivors include a loving and supportive family who carried on the values she instilled. Eva’s husband, Eddie Wilson, stands as a pillar of strength beside their four children: Tracy, married to Jacqulyn; Ricky; Eric; and Angela Wilson, who with her husband Reginald Foster, she was also a proud grandmother of two grandchildren and great-grandmother of three great-grandchildren. Her sister Betty Gant, stepbrothers John Brooks, Derrick Neal, stepsister Trina Neal. continued the family’s close-knit bond. 

The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 11th, from 11:00 a.m. until 12 Noon at Bellgrove M.B. Church 130 Bellgrove Road Oakland, Tn. Funeral services will begin at 12 Noon. Interment Bellgrove M.B. Church Cemetery.