A Service of Love and Remembrance Mr. Dennis Wendell Wilds, Sr. February 10, 1928 - November 30, 2017. Thursday, December 7, 2017, 11:00 A.M. Hillcrest Memorial Park, 2700 Dean Bridge Road, Augusta, Georgia. Reverend Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr. - Eulogist, Pastor/Teacher, Tabernacle Baptist Church.

February 10,1928 - November 30, 2017
Thursday, December 7, 2017
11:00 A.M.
HILLCREST MEMORIAL PARK
2700 Deans Bridge Road
Augusta, Georgia
Reverend Dr. Charles E, Goodman, Jr. - Eulogist
Pastor/Teacher, Tabernacle Baptist Church
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On Thursday, November 30,2017, DENNIS WENDELL WILDS, SR. was called from labor
to reward. He was born on February 10,1928 in Darlington, South Carolina to the late
Arthur Wilds, Sr. and Alma Shields Wilds. He spent his formative years growing up in
Darlington, South Carolina.
He eventually graduated from Darlingtons Mayo High School, where he was subsequently
inducted into the schools Athletic Hall of Fame as a result of his football prowess.
Mr. Wilds went on to further his academic pursuits at Benedict College in Columbia,
South Carolina. During his college years, he continued his football career and pledged
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. He subsequently was inducted into Benedicts
Athletic Hall of Fame as a result of his football accomplishments.
Following his graduation from Benedict College, he served in the United States Army
during the Korean War.
After his military service concluded, he embarked upon a career as an educator in the
Richmond County School District. While employed by the district, he served in various
capacities and ultimately became a principal at both the elementary and high school levels.
He retired in 1984 after over thirty years of service.
On April 11,1952, he was united in matrimony to Vivian Tutt, and this union produced
two children, Donna D. Wilds and Dennis W, Wilds, Jr.
Dennis and Vivian pursued their Master of Science Degree in Education and completed
their degrees together in 1956 at Indiana University. Additionally, Mr. Wilds received his
Educational Specialist Degree at Tuskegee University.
Dennis was involved in numerous organizations: Benedict Alumni Association, Phi Beta
Sigma Fraternity, The Ambassadors Bridge Club, and he served as Deacon Emeritus at
Tabernacle Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Vivian Tutt Wilds. His memory and spirit
will echo forever in the hearts and minds of his survivors: daughter, Donna D. Wilds;
son, Dennis (Marie) Wilds, Jr.; granddaughter, Breannah Wilds; grandson, Garrett Wilds;
sister, Hilda W. Phinizy; brother, James (Georgianna) Wilds; sister-in-law, Della Wilds;
godson, Dr. Wayne D. Scott; caregiver, Charlie Sidibee; and a host of nieces, nephews,
other relatives and friends.
Call to Worship
Reverend Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr.
Scripture
Prayer of Comfort
Musical Selection
Reflections
Obituary
Acknowledgements
Eulogy
Reverend Kenneth B. Martin
Reverend Canon Lewis P. Bohler, Jr.
Mrs. Gwendolyn Lamback
Mrs. Edith Larke
.....Mr. Brian Prince^ Beacon Board
Mr. John Richardson -Friend
Ms. Breannah Wilds - Granddaughter
Read Silently
Mr. Bruce Bates
Reverend Dr. Charles E. Goodman, Jr.
Honorary pallbearers!
Deacons of Tabernacle Baptist Church
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Why are you crying? Do you think that Im gone?
I havent left you. Im where I belong.
Anytime you are lonely... anytime you are sad...
anytime that your heart breaks... anytime you are mad...
ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS CLOSE YOUR EYES, AND ILL BE THERE WITH YOU.
You SEE, THE WORLD MAY TAKE MY BODY, BUT THATS ALL THAT IT CAN DO.
When Jesus died upon the cross, He took away our sins.
He conquered death so we can live in Heaven where life begins.
Dont stop the memory of the time we shared.
Its God way to help you through.
Take time to laugh when life gets hard the way we used to do!
A smell? A touch? The morning sun?
They all will help you see. Im still there. I never left.
Now smile once more for me. Live each day. Keep looking up.
My life was not in vain. I finished the task I was born to do.
Thats why I couldnt remain.
Until I see you -
I LOVE YOU FOREVER AND ALWAYS.
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Words cannot express our sincere appreciation for all of the expressions of
condolences extended to us during our bereavement. May God shine His glorious
light upon you. - The Wilds Family
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