Obituaries
Remembering Calvin “Cal” Woodrow Wilson: A Pensacola Veteran and Attorney
Calvin “Cal” Woodrow Wilson, a respected attorney and veteran, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at the age of 96. A graduate of Pensacola High School, Mr. Wilson proudly served his country in three branches of the United States…
Key points
- Calvin Wilson was a veteran and attorney who served in multiple branches of the military.
- He dedicated over fifty years to practicing law in Pensacola.
- The family requests memorial contributions or acts of kindness in his memory.
Calvin “Cal” Woodrow Wilson, a distinguished attorney and veteran from Pensacola, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at the age of 96. A proud graduate of Pensacola High School, Mr. Wilson served his country honorably across three branches of the United States military, including the Army, Air Force, and Navy Reserve, before embarking on his educational journey.
He attended Florida State University and later obtained his law degree from Stetson University College of Law. For over fifty years, Mr. Wilson was an active member of The Florida Bar, dedicating his services to the Pensacola community. In addition to his legal accomplishments, he was a proud member of the Freemasons.
Mr. Wilson was preceded in death by his parents, Lena and Orby; his brother, William; and his grandson, Wade. He is survived by his brother, Walter; four children, Cal “Tex” (Sabra), Bill, Cari, and Chris; five grandchildren, J.J., Sam, Joe, Carly, and Blake; and a great-grandson, Wesley.
The family plans to hold a private ceremony at Barrancas National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, they request that memorial contributions be made to a charity of the donor’s choice or that acts of kindness be performed in his memory.
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Based on reporting originally published by Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel (Pensacola). Read the original story.
