Julia Ann Rowland Wilson, of Macon, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with an extended illness. A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Fairhaven Funeral Home. On the morning of Friday, September 13, 2024, a funeral service to honor her life will be held at in the chapel of Mount Zion Baptist Church at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Clay Bowden officiating. Immediately following, she will be laid to rest with her loving husband in the church cemetery.
Ann was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina on November 21, 1939, to the late Mr. Arthur Rowland and Mrs. Lela Bertha Sellars. She was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church where she devoted much of her time and heart. Ann was the ultimate supporter of her grandkids, never missing a baseball game or a casual throw in the yard. As a devoted homemaker, she cared deeply for her family, making every moment count with them. Ann's love extended beyond her home; she cherished church trips with her husband and fellow church members. She enjoyed soaking up the sun, and the simplicity it brought to her. Crafting brought Ann joy, but it was her nurturing spirit and caring heart that truly defined her. As the matriarch of the family, her strength shone brightly through her illness, exemplifying resilience and love to everyone around her. Her family was truly the apple of her eye, and she will be missed dearly by all those who knew and loved her.
In addition to her parents, Ann was preceded in death by her husband, William Benjamin Wilson; brother, Ted Rowland; and sister, Barbara Garland.
Left to cherish the many memories they have with Ann is her daughter, Robin (Bobby) Sheheane; grandchildren, Kimberly (Bobby) Turner, Shannon Sheheane, and Seth (Abby) Sheheane; great-grandchildren, Bradyn, Addi, Anna Kate, Hank, Bristal Hope and Kash.
Friends may sign the online register at www.fairhavemacon.com.
Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services has the honor of being entrusted with arrangements.