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ROBERT WILSON Obituary
ROBERT L. WILSON "Bob" (Age 85)
Passed away on Sunday February 21, 2016. Survived by his wife Jenny Wilson; sons, Steven (Sharon), Paul and daughter Nancy; granddaughter, Christina Lease (Tim) and great grandchildren Sheaden and Morgan Lease. Also survived by brothers, Jack (Joan) Wilson, Bip (Barbara) Wilson, Ronald (Marilyn) Wilson, Michael (Rosemary) Wilson and Paul (Pat) Wilson and his sister Mary Gossett (Barry). He is also well loved by numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Thursday, February 25, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, February 26, 2016 at 11 a.m., with family receiving friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the American Lung Association at www.lung.org or to the Rosensteel Knights of Columbus at 9707 Rosensteel Ave. Silver Spring MD 20910. Following the interment, a reception will be held at the Rosensteel Knights of Columbus address noted above. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for ROBERT WILSON
elizabeth myracle
March 2, 2016
Bob I will miss you at the bridge table.
Jenny I was so sad when I heard the news Bob looked so much better the last time I saw him. My heart goes out to you and your family.. I will pray for you all. May God be with you
My God bless you all and lead you to better days.
Elizabeth Myracle
American Cancer Fund
March 17, 2016
The staff of the American Cancer Fund® at www.AmericanCancerFund.org is sorry to hear of Robert's passing. We have just received a memorial donation in his name and our sincere condolences go out to his family.
Catherin Taylor
March 1, 2016
Dear Wilson Family,
Sorry to hear of Mr. Wilson's passing. He was a great man. Loved hearing his stories of the Navy and of course the frito lay chips. Be praying for you all.
Love,
Cath Bergmann Taylor
March 1, 2016
A GREAT UNCLE BEST WISHES TO AUNT JENNY STEVE PAUL AND NANCY.
Tammy Devers Nees
February 26, 2016
Jenny and family,
Thinking of you during this difficult time. You have so many wonderful memories to remember and cherish. Let those memories bring a smile to your face and peace to your heart!
Jenny, mom said you aren't feeling well. I hope you're feeling better soon.
Take care! xoxo
February 26, 2016
JONATHAN F WILSON
Karen Taylor
February 25, 2016
Jenny and family, i and my children are saddened to hear of Bob's passing. When I think of Bob I always think of he french toast breakfast when I visited as a child. I will miss him.
Robert Webb and family
February 25, 2016
Jenny and family, Bob was a wonderful man I will never forget. My family thought the world of him, and I personally have some special memories of times with him. His smile and manner blessed us all. May God bless you and keep you all during these difficult times. Love always to you all and to Bob.
Carol Bridgers
February 25, 2016
There are many memories of happy moments and joyful experiences Eob spent with his dear Jenny and all the family. What a fine person he was in so many ways. Prayers that all the family will be uplifted with a sense of God's love and comforting presence now and in the days to come.
Nancy Ferdock
February 24, 2016
Jenny,you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Jeff & Sharon Cardillo
February 24, 2016
Jenny & Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you in the passing of Bob. We have many wonderful memories of our visits in years past. May the Lord's peace overwhelm you all in the days ahead.
Kim Garver
February 24, 2016
I will miss uncle Bob. I have many good memories of him and aunt Jenny. He was a kind person with a great sense of humor.
February 24, 2016
On behalf of Collins Funeral Home, let me extend to you our deepest sympathies and offer our condolences in the loss of Bob. If there is anything I can do to help you through this process and make this journey easier for you, please do not hesitate to contact or call me. I have been praying for you and your family as you remember a life well lived. Blessings, Rev. Keith Miller (Staff Chaplain, Collins Funeral Home)
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Deane and Tracy Eastwood
February 24, 2016
Uncle Bob will be greatly missed, but our fond memories of him will last a lifetime.
Conrad McMullan
February 24, 2016
Bob was a very special man and he will be missed by all of us. May he rest in peace.
Ronald Wilson
February 24, 2016
He was a good brother,father and husband and will be truly missed always. We have so many good memories and he will never be forgotten. Your loving brother Ronnie, Marilyn and family
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