Ben Heaston Wilson

Ben Heaston Wilson, 80, Cloverdale, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022 at Indiana University West Hospital in Avon.

He was born on Aug. 31, 1941 in Blackford County to the late Clem and Hazel Wilson.

Ben graduated from Montpelier High School, and worked most of his life as a land surveyor.

He married Lucy Slater on April 9, 1990.

In his free time, Ben loved spending time outdoors. He also enjoyed fishing and wood working.

Ben was preceded in death by his parents; son Bryan Wilson; brothers Tom Wilson, Walter Wilson, Bob Wilson and Paul Wilson; and sisters Ruth Wilson and Mildred Twibell.

Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Lucy Wilson; sons Ben J. Wilson, Eric M. (Tracy) Wilson, Erin M. (Shelby) Wilson, Stanley D. Wilson, Taylor Y. (Meadow) Wilson, Jeremy A. (Kris) Slater and Travis L. Slater; daughter Amanda C. (Matt) Stewart; brother Charley (Ruth) Wilson; sisters Wilma (Doug) McClain and Barbara Eubanks; 28 grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; as well as many other extended family members and friends.

Moore Funeral Home in Brazil has been entrusted with Ben’s cremation arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.moorefuneralhomes.com.