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Standout Lineman For Trojans Donald Wilson Died Leaving His Family Devastated

By William Rodriguez

Standout Lineman For Trojans Donald Wilson Died Leaving His Family Devastated

Donald Wilson played as a standout lineman for the 1972 State Champion Trojans, wearing jersey #78.

September 25, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on September 25, 2026

The 1972 State Champion Trojans’ standout lineman, Donald Wilson, recently passed away.

Donald Wilson played as a lineman for the 1972 State Champion Trojans, wearing jersey #78.

He played a crucial role on both offense and defense.

Known for his toughness on the field and his dedication to the team, he helped lead the Trojans to one of the most celebrated seasons in school history.

Off the field, Donald devoted his life to education, serving as a longtime schoolteacher and leaving a lasting impact on countless students with the same integrity and commitment he demonstrated on the football field.

Trojan Football Community Mourns The Untimely Loss Of Donald Wilson

Recently, , a graduate of the Cumberland School of Law, posted on the official Facebook group, The History of Trojan Football, announcing the passing of Donald Wilson.

However, the exact death date and cause of death have not been mentioned.

He wrote,

Sad to report that Donald Wilson, #78, my teammate and fellow lineman from the 1972 State Champion Trojans has passed away. He was a very important player on the ’72 team, playing offense and defense. He was a longtime school teacher and good man. RIP!

Several fans and close ones of Donald took to the comment section, offering heartfelt condolences and sending prayers to his family to stay strong in this challenging time.

Glynn Grisham from Carrollton, Georgia, ,

So sorry to hear this. He was a great Trojan.

Keith Thompson from Atlanta, Georgia, wrote,

I’m so sorry to hear Don was such a good man

Ron Lane, a graduate of West Georgia Technical College, also mourned the loss of Donald. He wrote,

Donald was dedicated to whatever he was doing. An all around great guy! Prayers for his family and friends who have lost one of the best! RIP Donald!

Tim Kilgore, who studied Business Management at the University of West Georgia, ,

So sorry, he was a great man. Prayers for his family!

Other friends and relatives have also poured their heartfelt condolences. His family will soon reveal the funeral service schedule.

He will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions as a standout lineman for the Trojans.

Rest in Heaven, Donald Wilson.

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