Robert Edwin Wilson Jr

August 28, 1937 - August 25, 2017

Robert Edwin Wilson Jr, 79, of Charlotte, died Aug 25, 2017. Bob was born on August 28, 1937, in Charlotte, NC, the son of Robert Edwin and Dorothy Woodside Wilson Sr. He grew up in the Charlotte area, graduating from Central High School. He went to work for his father who owned an architectural business. He went on to attend CPCC and continued his work as an Electrical Engineer with his father’s company, Wilson and McCulloch. Until his most recent illness, he had been working with Charlotte Engineers. In 1955, he married Ms. Grace Alexander. While he enjoyed many things in life, his favorite time spent was with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Grace; their children: Robert Edwin Wilson III (Debbie) of Roanoke, VA, Ruth Wilson Wilkinson of Charlotte, NC, and Matthew “Mack” McCall (Debbie) Wilson of Charlotte, NC; a daughter-in-law, Jeanette Wilson; seven grandchildren: Brad (Emily) Wilson, Grace (Justin) Davies, Thomas (Natalie) Blane Wilkinson, Matt (Katie) Wilson, Maria (Jared) Oldre, Nathan (Ashley) Wilson, and Anthony Wilson; 13 great grandchildren: Benjamin, Elise, Josiah, Brooks, Gavin, Harper, Levi, Titus, Jude, Jackson, Maverick, Vera and Nolan; two great grandchildren yet to be named; and three siblings: Shirley (Frank) Christmas of Huntersville, NC, Joe (Peggy) Wilson of Knoxville, TN, and Becky (James) Morris of Jefferson City, NC. Bob is further survived by two great grandchildren yet to be named as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bob was preceded in death by a son, Frank; a grandson, Jesse; a sister, Marsha; and his parents. Bob’s family has given the family of Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home the privilege of caring for them. All services will be held at the funeral home, 4715 Margaret Wallace Road, Matthews, NC 28105, on Monday, August 28, 2017. The family will receive friends beginning at 1 pm and at 2 pm, all present will join in the chapel for a service celebrating the life, love and blessing of Bob. Interment will follow at Sharon Memorial Park in Charlotte. All present are invited to make their way there following the service and join the family for the graveside committal service. In lieu of flowers and in appreciation for the love and support shown to Bob, the family respectfully requests donations in his name be made to Hospice and Palliative Care, Charlotte Region. You can donate online at www.hpccr.org