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Robert Shannon Wilson

June 16, 1942 - September 5, 2022

Robert Shannon Wilson, 80, of Vinton passed away on Monday, September 5, 2022, at his residence. He was born on June 16, 1942, in Bedford, VA to the late Fuqua Clayton Wilson and Clara Ayers Wilson.

Robert liked to work, especially on cars at his body shop. He had a special love for motorcycles. Most of all he loved his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, June Brown Wilson, children, Darrell Alan Wilson (DJ), Cristi Piersma (Brian); grandchildren, Kenny Wilson (Danyelle), Angel Dively (Daniel), Shannon Wilson (Dana) and Taylor Wilson; great-grandchildren, Bryce, Trinity, Gage, Beckett, Riley, Mason, Abbie and Maddie, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

No services are being held at this time. Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting family.

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Sorry for your loss. Cristi keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Posted by Joyce Overstreet on September 8, 2022

My condolences to you and your family sorry for your loss.

Posted by Geraldine martin wills on September 8, 2022

Sorry for your loss family and Aunt June, Uncle Robert will be missed by all. Love you

Posted by Kay Comer Hill on September 8, 2022

What a shock to see this message, June! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by Dale Dudley on September 8, 2022

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