Robert Lee Tomlinson

Robert Lee Tomlinson obituary

Robert Lee Tomlinson

Robert Tomlinson Obituary

Visit the Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center website to view the full obituary.
Robert Lee Tomlinson, 33 of Wake Forest, NC went to be with the Lord on Sunday September 7, 2025.

Robert graduated from Warren County High School. Robert found enjoyment out of the little things in life, family gatherings, wrestling WWE, playing video games with his siblings and nephews, he also loved to play with all his nieces and nephews from playing, basketball, board games, to nerf guns. The one thing Robert loved most in life was his family.

Robert is survived by his parents Steven and Denette Tomlinson. Maternal grandmother Marilea Collins. His brothers Steven (Samantha) Tomlinson and Rushman Tomlinson. His sister Christina (Marcus) Tomlinson. He is also survived by 11 nieces and nephews, many uncles, aunts, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Robert Marion Tomlinson and His paternal grandmother Margaret Lily Glenn. His maternal grandfather Carl CJ Collins, His uncle Dean Collins, His aunt Donna Marx who was his birthday twin, and his niece Cayleigh Thornton.

The family is having a celebration of life at their home residence in Wake Forest. Please reach out to the family for the details.

Funeral arrangements are by Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Wake Forest. Online condolences may be made to www.brightfunerals.com under Robert's obituary.
Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center

405 South Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587

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