L. Robert Wilson, a lifelong resident of East Bridgewater , passed away in the house he built while surrounded by his loving family. He was 84. Born in Brockton , Robert graduated from East Bridgewater High school , Class of '42. After graduation he joined the Army Air Force and served in Europe during WWII. Robert married his childhood sweetheart Lois and were married for over 64 years. Robert worked for many years for the Swanson Flood Appliance Store of East Bridgewater as a repairman. Robert was a carpenter at heart and could build or fix anything. Later in life Robert could be found with his family on camping and canoeing trips. He was a councilor and member of Boy Scouts. Bob was a life long and active member of the United Methodist Church of East Bridgewater. He volunteered as the church's general repairman for over 60 years. Loving husband of Lois G. (Bosworth) Wilson of East Bridgewater. Devoted father of Ronald R. Wilson of New Bedford, Kathy A.(Wilson) Pircio and her husband James of East Bridgewater, Patricia L.(Wilson) Langton and her husband Gary of East Bridgewater, Susan L. (Wilson) St.Thomas and her husband Thomas of Bridgewater. Proud grandfather of Seth, Autumn, Luke , Lydia , Kyle, and Chloe. Brother of Marjorie L. Bigelow of Swansea . Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. A graveside service will be held at Central Cemetery , East Bridgewater at 10:00 am on Fri., Sept 19. A Memorial Service will be held Fri. Sept. 19 at the United Methodist Church of East Bridgewater at 11:00 am . Visiting hours to be held at the Prophett-Chapman, Cole and Gleason Funeral Home (Formerly Prophett-Wales) 35 Spring St. , East Bridgewater on Thurs. from 5-8pm . In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the East Bridgewater United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 54 North Central St. , East Bridgewater , MA 02333 .