Robert Morris Wilson

Robert “Budd” Morris Wilson

5/28/1957-3/11/2021

Budd was born and raised in his beloved mountains of Highlands, North Carolina. Budd was a Navy veteran and proud of his service on the USS Independence and the men with whom he served. He operated his own painting company here for many years and valued the relationships formed there. His hobbies were fishing, camping, racing, watching his favorite Andy Griffith Show, and spending time with family and friends. 

Preceded in death by parents Morris & Elaine Wilson; brother, John. 

Survivors include wife Becky; Children: Cassandra, Amanda, Robby, and Elaina Wilson; Siblings: Gay (Dave) Hunter, Mike (Linda) Wilson, George (Julie) Wilson; 

Grandchildren: Gage, Kaitlyn, Layla, Emory, Samantha, Georgie, Camryn, and great-grandson Damon; In-laws: James (Reiko), Leroy (Sam) and Frank Farr; Cherished Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. Special recognition to his “love them like brothers” friends: Gary Ammons, Billy May, Tony Johnson, Robert and Randall Davis. 

A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date in North Carolina. His remains will be spread At Fontana/Lake Santeetlah, where he experienced such peace, joy and reverence for God’s beauty.