Wilson Gervais Seabrook

Wilson Gervais Seabrook, 90, of Johns Island, SC, passed into the arms of his Lord & Savior, Christ Jesus, on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Wilson fought a good fight; he finished the race, and he kept the faith.

He was born on April 22, 1934, on Johns Island to Rosa Garvin Seabrook and James Murray Seabrook, and his spirit connected deeply with the natural beauty of the island. He was proud of his family's roots, which grew from the beautiful Seabrook Plantation on Edisto Island, one of the many small places in the low country he held so dear. From a young age, he enjoyed all aspects of being a low country boy on a sea island, exploring the woods, building camps, climbing trees, hunting, shrimping, fishing, boating, and swimming on the Stono River. Wilson attended the Johns Island school from first through twelfth grade and kept in touch with those classmates throughout the years.

Wilson was a talented craftsman who designed and built his own house on the Stono River, as well as designing and building two boats. One of his early jobs was working at "Woodstock", which was a company that made the crates for the Coca-Cola bottling company back in the day. Wilson made these crates with skill and care, and over 50 years later, a friend found one of these antique crates with his initials embedded in the slats. He retired in 1996 as a planner and estimator for the Charleston Naval Shipyard, contributing significantly to the industrious spirit of Charleston.

Throughout his life, Wilson exhibited a soft spot for animals and often nurtured stray dogs and cats on his property, which forged his special bond with his cat, Nubby. As an avid reader, he created a remarkable library to house all of his books, which became a sanctuary for literature of various genres - with the Bible held in especially high regard. Each evening, he could be found walking his property before retreating to the comforting pages of his beloved book, reflecting on its timeless wisdom.

For many years, Wilson attended the First Baptist Church on Johns Island. He was also a member of the Sea Island Yacht Club on Wadmalaw Island and loved watching the Rockville Regatta every year.

In addition to his parents, Wilson is preceded in death by his brothers, James F. Seabrook and Carl Seabrook, both of Johns Island. He is survived by his brother, Charles Seabrook (Laura) of Georgia, and Cynthia Seabrook Schad (Fred) of Florida, and sister-in-laws Mildred Seabrook and Doris Seabrook. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews and his faithful and beloved friend, Wanda S. Brunson.

The relatives and friends of Wilson Seabrook are invited to a visitation at 10:30 am, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at McAlister Smith Funeral Home, 347 Folly Road, James Island, Charleston, SC, 29412. The memorial service will begin at 11:30 am., with light refreshments afterward. The burial will be private.

His legacy is one woven together with threads of adventure, craftsmanship, and an abiding love for the natural world, and he will be greatly missed.

Donations in Wilson's name can be made to the First Baptist Church on Johns Island, at 3483 Maybank Highway, Johns Island, SC, 29455.  firstbaptistjohnsisland.com

Arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation, 347 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412, 843-614-8494.