Tributes paid to Major Charles Wilson

Fri, 26 Aug 2022

Tributes are being paid to Major Charles Wilson who has passed away.

The president of the Isle of Man’s Royal British Legion was known for this work on the annual poppy appeal and setting up the Armed Forces Day Committee.

He also campaigned to ensure TV licences remained free for over 75s.

The Chief Minister said: “A man of integrity and principle, Major Wilson was a highly respected figure in our community and beyond.  Charles enriched Island life and touched so many through his work and the causes he championed.  

“Selfless and driven, Charles was proud to call the Isle of Man his home. The Island has lost a true gentlemen in every sense of the word.  Our thoughts are with Charles’s wife Ann and his family at this difficult time.”

The Colby branch of the RBL said it was sad to hear of the passing of Major Wilson. 

It said: "The committee would like to pass their deepest condolences to his Family and Friends during this difficult time."

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