Robert Eugene Wilson

Robert Eugene Wilson obituary, Hernando, MS

Robert Eugene Wilson

Robert Wilson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hernando Funeral Home on Dec. 6, 2025.
Robert E. "Bobby" Wilson, 74 of Lake Cormorant, Mississippi passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, at home, surrounded by his family. Born on Dec 11, 1950, he dedicated his life to service in his work, community, and church. After a short stint in the US Air force, he farmed and then ran his own plumbing repair business until retirement.
Bobby is survived by his wife of 41 years, Shelby Forrest Wilson: his children Colin Wilson (Katelyn) and Cody Wilson: his grandchildren, Cameron and Dane, and siblings Harold L Wilson, Scott D Wilson, and Sharon Wilson Thornton.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter E. "Junior" Wilson and Daisy Yancey Wilson.
Services to honor Bobby's life and service will be held Friday December 12th at Hinds Chapel Congregational Methodist Church, 5105 Church Rd, Lake Cormorant, MS 38641 (at Fogg and Church). There will be a visitation/fellowship at 1:00 PM followed by the Funeral service at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hero-Haven.org.
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