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Ulysses Samuel Wilson

January 28, 1928 - September 18, 2024
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Calhoun Funeral Home Rockside Road
23000 Rockside Rd.
Bedford Heights, OH 44146
440-232-9758 | Map
Friday 10/25, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Christ Culture Church
15 Severance Circle
Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118
Saturday 10/26, 10:30 am
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Ulysses Samuel Wilson,  aka “Tit” but aka “Ted”, was born on January 28, 1928 to Earley and Celia (nee Harris) Wilson. He was raised in Kinloch, which in the 19th and 20th century was a flourishing Black community. Ulysses had 2 brothers and 3 sisters, all whom have gone on to glory except one surviving andContinue Reading

Jackie Fields left a message on October 25, 2024:
Jerry, Ginger, Angela and family, know that we have you in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Ted was a very special person and well loved. He will be missed. Jackie, Fred, Karin and family.
Emma Salahuddin (Mama Emma) left a message on October 24, 2024:
Ginger, I offer you and your family my condolences. Wishing you loving support at this difficult time, and wonderful memories of your dear father.
Iyanifa MaYe Oriyomi left a message on October 24, 2024:
Ibayetonu.May his spirit be embraced by the waiting Angels and Ancestors. 😢 Gonna miss you Daddy. Our prayers are with you Family more than you know. Love you much😔🫶🏾🤲🏽🤍
Lucinda Gaddis left a message on October 24, 2024:
It was a pleasure to have met Baba! I remember looking forward to his warm and genuine smile whenever he was coming to town, visiting Ginger. May the family be comforted with sweet memories!
Shannon Byrd-Crossley left a message on October 24, 2024:
Please accept my condolences! May his memory live on forever in those who loved him!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Eric Butler-Roberts left a message on October 24, 2024:
I’ll definitely miss you Uncle Tit. Some of my fondest memories from my childhood were spending time at you and Aunt Ruth’s house, and also of you teaching me how to do basic household repairs at Grandma Rose’s house. RIH. My condolences to my cousins Angela and Ginger. Love you both!!
Nanette left a message on October 23, 2024:
We’ll miss you!
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