Robert Filson Obituary
Robert retired from Titan Tire, formerly General Tire in Bryan. He also spent 4 years with the Williams County Sheriff's Department and was the owner/operator of Bare N Wood in Bryan for 8 years. Robert was a member of the Bryan and Montpelier Eagles, as well as both the Bryan and Montpelier Moose.
He is survived by his son, Scott (Ashlee) Filson; step children, Nolan (Karen) Baker and Michelle Downing; grandchildren, Cody (Abby) Bockover, Emily (Brien) Moore, Hayley Thompson, Brady Geren, Liam Rose, Andrew and Carter Baker and John Downing; numerous great grandchildren; and his beloved dog Louie.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Durinda Filson; second wife, Kathleen Baker-Filson; two daughters, Rhonda Bockover and Christine Geren; and step son, Chris Baker.
Robert will be laid to rest at Fountain Grove Cemetery in Bryan at a later date. Those wishing to make a donation in his name are encouraged to direct those to Williams County Veterans Services in Bryan.
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Larry Henry
January 15, 2026
Bob was a very good friend in Montpelier grade school, high school and in the army. He will be greatly missed!
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Billy Oost
January 9, 2026
Bob was a great man! I worked with him at General Tire. Enjoyed helping him out when he first moved to lake Seneca. He will be sadly missed!
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