WILSON

ALISON

Age 93, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025. She was born on February 21, 1932, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Chauncey and Sue Morley of Bakerstown.

Alison was a lifelong scholar and teacher. She earned her bachelor's degree in Journalism from Penn State University and later received her master's degree and Ph.D. in Literature from the University of Pittsburgh. She returned to her alma mater, Peabody High School, to teach English, inspiring generations of students with her love of literature and language. Alison also taught a class on Greek Mythology at Allegheny Community College for a number of years.

Alison was an active member of the Sherlock Holmes Society, the Dickens Fellowship (president from 1985-1986), the Herb Society, and the DAR, as a descendant of the American Revolution. She also frequently attended the Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Ontario. Other travels took her throughout the U.S., as well as visits to Europe, including England, Ireland, Denmark and Greece.

Known for her kindness, she was welcoming to all. She was generous and patient with her children's many friends, who hung out at the house and who she allowed to stay in times of need. Alison was a passionate advocate for civil rights, environmentalism, LGBT rights and animal welfare. She opened her home and heart to countless rescue dogs over the years, and devotedly fed the birds and pigeons.

She is survived by her son, James Wilson of Washington, D.C.; her daughter, Jenny (Matt) of Atlanta, Georgia; and her grandchildren, Maggie and Danny Wilson. She was predeceased by her beloved son, Timothy Wilson.

A Memorial Service celebrating Alison's life is being planned for the Spring in Pittsburgh. She will be laid to rest in Viroqua, Wisconsin, alongside her parents, grandparents and sister. Arrangements entrusted to SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME INC., (WEST VIEW).