Robert G. "Bobby" Wilson

Robert “Bobby” Wilson—father, grandfather, quad enthusiast, practical joker and narrator of stories died on Saturday, July 4th, 2015 in Grants Pass, Oregon, unexpectedly while at home.

Bobby was born in La Center, Washington on January 6th, 1947, to Ernest and Arabelle Wilson. He was the second of three boys in the family along with two older sisters. The family moved to Grants Pass, Oregon in 1952. Bobby graduated from Grants Pass High School in 1965. He briefly moved to southern California after high school before returning to Grants Pass. Bob worked in the local lumber industry for the better part of fifty years. He retired a few years ago to devote time to his family and hobbies.

Bob was a great conversationalist who always had the time to share a story about his life, family, friends and trail rides. He was a highly accomplished practical joker, who took great pride in his craft, while often planning them for months. Bob’s sense of humor was only exceeded by his amazing generosity. Bob was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Bobby loved traveling in his motor home with his girlfriend Phyllis. Over the years he owned several classic cars that he showed in Classic Car Shows. Two of his favorite people to ride with were his brother Wes Wilson and friend Larry Gallagher. His family and friends will tell you Bob's grandchildren were his greatest passion, who he stopped by to see or call daily.

Bob is survived by his children, Jodie Apland and Charlie Wilson, his girlfriend, Phyllis Crittenden, four siblings, Don Wilson, Micky Conard, Katie Campbell, and Wes Wilson, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest & Arabelle Wilson, the mother of his children, Jenny Pruitt, and their daughter Jenny Wilson, who died in infancy.

All friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of Bobby’s life which will be held on Saturday, July 18th, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Indian Mary Park. The dining portion of the celebration will be a potluck. Bring your favorite dish, and stories of Bobby to share. Lawn chairs are suggested. There is a Josephine County Parks $5.00 parking fee per car which must be cash. Directions: Travel on I-5 (Freeway) to Exit 61 (5.3 Miles), Travel under Freeway on Merlin Galice Road, Travel 19 Miles to Entrance of Park on Right