Obituary of Doug Wilson

Chestertown:  James Douglas Wilson, age 84, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025, at Glens Falls Center after a months-long struggle to return home to his wife and family.

Doug was born in Buffalo, NY, on February 13, 1941, a son of the late James and Sarah (Morrison) Wilson. He grew up there and began his studies at Buffalo State College, where he earned a master’s degree in education.

Doug was, above all, a teacher who began his career in Buffalo before moving to Warsaw, NY, and finally to Chestertown, NY, where he pursued his love of skiing and sailing as he taught art and photography to both junior and senior high school students at Lake George Central School. He was deeply involved in the lives of his two sons, David and Jeffrey, actively supporting their various interests and projects with patience and guidance, equipping them both with life skills and a can-do attitude that continues to benefit them as they pursue their own lives and careers. Doug was an avid Buffalo Bills fan and a perfectionist at wood turning.

Doug is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Barbara (Hansen) Wilson, and is forever cherished by their sons, David (Karen Morgan) and Jeffrey, as well as his grandchildren: Douglas, Jessica, Richard, and Ryan.

Rest easy dear heart.

Per Doug’s wishes, services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.

Please visit www.alexanderfh.net for online condolences and guest book.