Oran Willis Wilson
Oran Willis Wilson was born July 26, 1927 in Wright City, TX. He passed away March 17, 2013 in Richardson, TX. He worked for Aramco Oil in Saudi Arabia during the 40's/50's in Ras Tanura, the 70's in Abqaiq, and the 80's in Udhailiyah as well as Texas Instruments in Richardson, TX.
He is preceded in death by his son Olan Keith Wilson (Aramco Brat), and survived by his wife Colleen Ruth Wilson of Richardson, TX, daughter Victoria Gayle Wilson (Aramco Brat) of Layton, Utah.
One of Oran's most important and gratifying accomplishments was helping to invent the LED, which he had the patent for at TI.
Sitting out to rock while watching the sunrise and sunsets was one of Oran's favorite pass-times; He absolutely loved nature. He loved his family and friends, and will be missed dearly. We love you Oran.