Robert Wilcox

Robert Lynn "Bob" Wilcox, 70, of Traverse City, peacefully entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Charlevoix's American House surrounded by his family.  Bob was born May 21, 1954 in Flint, the only son of LD and Ruth Louise (Harrington) Wilcox.

He was a 1972 graduate of Northwestern Community High School in Flint. In 1978, he earned his B.S. of Pharmacy from Ferris State College where he pledged Phi Delta Chi professional fraternity. Bob married Susan Mary Dziedzic at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlevoix on June 3, 1978. That same year, Bob began his 40-year pharmacy career at Cook's Drug Store in Flint before transitioning to clinical practice at Iron County General Hospital in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. He was employed as a critical care pharmacist with Northern Michigan Hospitals in Petoskey for 20 years. He also held an adjunct faculty position at N.C.M.C., teaching courses in their nursing program for several semesters. After relocating to Arizona in 2000, Bob joined the staff at Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott. He retired from Flagstaff Medical Center in Flagstaff, Arizona in 2021.

Bob loved military history and aviation, and was an avid firearms enthusiast who shared his interest by often taking his kids and grandkids out target shooting. He was a dedicated volunteer at the Pioneer Museum in Flagstaff and greatly enjoyed hiking the scenic trails of Central and Northern Arizona with his loyal dog, Lucy.

Bob is survived by his beloved former wife of 37 years, Susan; their four children: Sarah (Eric) Dreier, Leah Parra, Matthew Wilcox and Andrew (Erika) Wilcox; thirteen grandchildren: James, Benjamin, Malorie, Xandir, Annika, Anistin, Christian, Caleb, Julie, Alexandra, Abigail, Olivia and Eliza; sister Judith Rivard and niece Kelly Rivard.

He was prec eded in death by his parents.

Bob's family will remember him always for his tireless commitment to caring for others, his brilliant mind, his generosity to anyone in need, his patience, kindness, and gentle nature. He met adversity with a smile and sense of humor, intent on protecting his family from the hardships of life. Bob also took immense pride in the accomplishments of his children and many grandchildren; his special relationship with his eldest grandchild, Malorie, was one of the chief joys of his life.

Cremation has taken place and, at Bob's request, a private memorial will be held. 

Final arrangements were entrusted to the Charlevoix Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Home. Online guestbook www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com