James Ray Wilson, 74 of Bowling Green, Ky died September 23, 2022, at Norton’s Hospital in Louisville. The Warren County native was the son of the late Ray Wilson and Earline Manco Wilson. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers and sisters: Judy Johnson, Jearlou Glass, David Wilson and Don Wilson. Mr. Wilson was a bricklayer and worked in construction. He is survived by his companion of 37 years, Judy Simmons; his children, Sheila Colter, James Ray Wilson, Jr, David Wilson, and Tabatha Wilson. Mr. Wilson is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; his brothers and sisters: Terry Wilson (Sandy), Pauline Gross (Billy), Becky Graham (Wayne), Gail Hopper and Everette Wilson as well as several nieces and nephews. Cremation has been chosen. The family has entrusted Cone Funeral Home (1510 Campbell Lane) with arrangements. Please note the memorial tree links do not connect to a local arborist in Bowling Green, KY. If you wish to plant a memorial tree locally you may contact the City of Bowling Green Parks and Recreation department at www. bgky. org/bgpr/cemeteries/memorial-tree or the Warren County Parks and Recreation department. You may post your condolences on the tribute wall of this page, or on our Facebook page at www. facebook. com/conefuneralhome