Robert D. Wilcox

Dec. 4, 1937-March 31, 2023

Robert Wilcox left this earthly world and went to his permanent home with his Savior, Jesus on the night of March 31, 2023, at his Darlington home.

He was born Dec. 4, 1937, at Romney, to William Harold Wilcox and Freida Huddleston Wilcox. He was raised on a farm in rural Clarks Hill. He attended Clarks Hill school and participated in the 4-H and FFA. Robert was involved in agriculture throughout his life.

He married his sweetheart, Doris Ann Greenup, on June 6, 1955, at Sumner, Tennessee. They raised four children in rural Darlington. Doris passed away April 27, 1996. Robert was a devoted father and grandfather. He cherished his family.

Robert was a successful timber buyer and logger for over 50 years with Wilcox Logging. He specialized in veneer grade logs. He had a sincere appreciation for nature and the woods. He was a small farmer and enjoyed raising cattle. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Robert loved to share the word of God with others.

Robert is survived by son Michael Wilcox (Amy); daughter Sheila Wilcox Henderson; five grandchildren, Anita Wilcox Crawford, Misty Wilcox (previously Truax), Isaac Wilcox (Richetta), Nicole Wilcox Chase (Clint) and J. Cody Wilcox (Mindy); great-grandchildren, Britney Ward, Whitney Brissey (Alec), Clayton Ward, Dustin Crawford, Ean Melvin, Tori Truax, Conner Truax, Makayla Wilcox, Makenzie Wilcox, Malachi Wilcox and Emaree Wilcox; great-great-grandchild Jett Brissey; two brothers, Keith and H. Allen Wilcox; sister Nancy Wilcox White; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by wife Doris; son John Wilcox; daughter Carmen Wilcox; infant daughter Diane; and great-granddaughter Katlynne Crawford.

Robert’s family will greatly miss his love and wisdom.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Monroe Cemetery, east of Stockwell, with Pastor Dick Shirar officiating. II Corinthians 5:8 says “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” Arrangements were entrusted to Burkhart Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Riley Children’s Hospital, 30 S. Meridian St., Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46204-3509.