Robert Herman Wilson Jr.
Robert Herman Wilson Jr.
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Bridges Funeral Home
5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924
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Shady Baptist Church Cemetery
4825 Shady Road, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
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Robert was preceded in death by his parents, J. Margaret Wilson and Herman Wilson, Sr.
He is survived by his wife, Debbie Wilson; daughters, Brandi (Will) Franklin and Charity (Freddie) Stansberry; brother, Jackie Wilson and family; and grandchildren, Sierra (Chris) Valentine, Rachel (Haley) Jones and Emma Collins.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Bridges Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will follow at 7:00 PM, with Pastor Toby Downey officiating. Family and friends will meet at 1:45 PM on Monday at Shady Baptist Church Cemetery for a 2:00 PM Graveside Service.
Pallbearers: Chris Valentine, Jackie Wilson, Will Franklin, Freddie Stansberry, David Lundy and Keith Hickey.
Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924. www.bridgesfuneralhome.com
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Upcoming Events
Nov
16
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Bridges Funeral Home
5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924
Send FlowersNov
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Nov
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2:00 p.m.
Shady Baptist Church Cemetery
4825 Shady Road, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
Send FlowersServices provided by
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