David B. Jilson

Freeville, NY November 1, 1940 – May 9, 2020 Age 79

FREEVILLE - David B. Jilson, a Freeville resident, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, May 9, 2020, at the age of 79.

Born November 1940, David was the son of Ralph & Virgiline Peck Jilson of Lowman, NY. David was raised on the family farm in Lowman and attended Waverly Central Schools. He worked for Delaware Engineering, Home Depot, J&J Associates, Fred Thomas Associates, and American Bridge. David was an avid racing fan, golfer, and bowler.

Surviving David are his children, Mark (Dianna) Jilson of Waverly, NY, Chris (Jody) Jilson of Mooresville, NC, Kirt (Robin) Jilson of Davidson, NC, Laura (TC) Cooper of Valdosta, GA, and Matt Jilson of Waverly, NY; sisters, Delores Morgan of Wellsburg, NY, and Mary (Fred) Daniels of Lowman, NY; brother, Donald (Beverly) Jilson of Lowman, NY; sister-in-law, Lenore Jilson of Pine City, NY; as well as 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

In addition, David was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Walter Jilson Sr., and a brother-in-law, Leonard Morgan.

Memorials may be directed to the charity of one's choice in David's memory.