FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — A Fulton County Public Works employee killed in a crash at a worksite earlier this week has been identified by county officials.
Officials said workers were responding to a sewer issue in Sandy Springs when the accident happened on Monday morning.
William "Will" Wilson died following the accident, according to the county.
"Mr. Wilson served Fulton County for more than 8 years as a Senior Crew Supervisor in the Fulton County Department of Public Works," the county added in a statement.
Wilson is survived by his wife Janet Coats Wilson, daughter Lee Bradley, two grandchildren and many friends and coworkers. He loved spending time outdoors, and especially enjoy fishing, the county added.
“The Fulton County family is mourning the loss of a beloved friend and colleague,” Fulton County Commissioners Chairman Pitts said. “Our hearts are with the Wilson family as well as our entire Public Works team during this difficult time.”
A funeral will be held for Wilson on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 1 p.m. The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany at 2089 Ponce de Leon Ave NE in Atlanta. A reception will follow in Parish Hall.
In lieu of flowers, his family is asking to consider donating in memory of Wilson to the nonprofit organization Trout Unlimited or C.A.S.T For Kids, an organization that focuses on children with special needs through fishing.
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