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Robert Henry “Latin King” Wilson Jr., 77, of Charlotte, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026 at Atrium Health University Hospital in Charlotte, NC surrounded by his loving family.
He was born October 7, 1948 in New York City, NY to the late Robert Henry Wilson, Sr. and Etta Mae Williams Wilson. He was a doorman at Argo Corporation. Mr. Wilson love to dance, watch sports especially the New York Knicks, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Robert is survived by his wife Gloria M. Carlo; six children, Cecil Wilson (Ava), Umeka Dandridge (Tyrone), Nicole Austin (Marlon), Saeed Winston, Robert Henry Wilson, III., Michael Adam Wilson; two sisters, Diane Bovain (Otis), Sherain McAdams; brother, Darrell Wilson (Regina); nine grandchildren, Najai, Cailyn, Travon, Elijah, Daijah, Laila, Saeed Winston, Jr, Devin and Zaire.; several nieces and nephews, Soraya Crawley, Kesha Crawley, Zeinta Leonard, Brenda Lewis, Jimmy, Valerie McAdams and Sherise; step-daughter, Jeanette Carlo; step-son, Peter Carlo and brother- in law, Richard “Ricky” Becerra.
A celebration of Robert’s life will be held at later date in New Jersey.
Carolina Cremation of Charlotte is honored to serve the Wilson family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Marlon Austin says
Father in law,
You will be missed. Nicole is good. I have her. No need to worry. Rest easy.
Family I admire the support you guys gave each other. Let it continue because sometimes a hug or someone to talk to is all we need to get through in this crazy world. Gloria let us know if you need anything.
Love,
Marlon
Kay Montgomery- Lincoln says
My sincerest condolences to the entire family. My heart and prayers go out to each of you. Continue to be the family that made him proud. You gained an Angel up there but he will always be wherever you are and definitely in your hearts. Warm hugs, peace, love and light.
Marion Kennedy says
Latin King for damn sure!
Them Wilson’s always doing a lotta foot work on the dance floor!
Bobby definitely knew how to have fun! Will always remember his infectious smile !
I’m sure he’s still dancing!
Keep your head up Family !
Love Y’all ❤️
Pamela says
Condolence to the family may Bobby rest in peace .May God keep you all in his loving arms to give you the strength you may need to carry you through rough days ahead .🙏🏾💔. Sincerely yours Pamela
Tisha says
Condolences to the Wilson family. Mr. Robert, you will be truly missed.
Sincerely
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️
Myra says
My Deepest Condolences to tge Wilson family🙏🏾🥺🪽
May God cover the entire family with strength throughout this sad time and faith ahead.
My heart goes out to tge entire family🙏🏾🙏🏾Love you all, Myra
Andre George says
RIP MY JWJ ORIGINAL BROTHER. I will always remember you. Your smooth dancing open the doors for us in Latin parties in Elbarrio. Bobby you are ONE OF THE LAST OF THE GOOD BROTHERS. ONE LOVE
LENA says
Sending “BIG HUGS” And All The Love.. I’m Always Here!!❤️❤️
Jenelle says
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. Keeping you guys in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏾
Valerie says
Uncle you have a special place in my heart! Love you so much! Rest well!
Marie Dandridge says
My sincere condolences to the family.Keeping the family in prayer
Shakeena Dandridge says
My deepest condolences to you and the family. Forever in your heart
Tawana Lynn Johnson says
My condolences to you and your family.Your dad left a legacy in the way he raised you — strong, caring, and full of integrity. I hope the memories you shared bring you peace.
I didn’t know your father personally, but I know he must have been an incredible man to have raised someone like you.
Monique says
Condolences to the Wilson family.
I will be praying for your family.
Lawrence says
Peace and blessings rest up unk at least i can say I had time to hang witcha time to time when I lived down the road from ya in Charlotte you’ll be missed lil Lawrence
Elijah Austin says
May you rest easy grandpa. Even though this is a very tough time for all of us, we know that you are in a better place now. You definitely put up a good fight, but God decided that it was your time. You will forever be loved and missed.
– Elijah
Diana Becerra says
Dear Titi Gloria, Uncle Ricky and The Rest of the Wilson Family…Our sincerest and deepest condolences for your loss..It’s a difficult thing to lose someone you love so deeply..The days don’t get easier, but they get brighter with all the love that you have in your hearts for him..He will always be with you ..Just remember this loss is only temporary, for in God’s Kingdom, you shall see him again someday.. He will truly be missed…And ” Thank you Robert for taking care of my Aunt and Uncle..Rest in Love, Light n Peace”….Love, Diana, Miriam, Michael n Jerry
Regina says
My condolences to the Wilson Family RIP 🙏🙏BobbY
Deshawna Connor says
Sending heartfelt condolences from my family to yours at this time. Prayers for comfort to you all. Stay blessed.
Carmen Hernandez says
My deepest condolences. I wish I could of had a chance to meet him. I know what a caring person he was from speaking on the phone with him. May he rest in peace.
Cheryl McKelvey Pratt says
Sending prayers and condolences to the Wilson family. We are here for you. Peace and blessings.
Robert and Cheryl Pratt
Linnelle Banks says
I lift up the family for peace comfort strength and endurance! Keep those fond memories alive 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙅🏾♀️💜
BRITTANY says
Sending my deepest condolences to the entire family for your loss. My prayers are with you all. 🙏🏽♥️
Hector jr says
Tio Robert Thank you forever for being simply n beautifully You to my Titi Gloria n Tio Ritchie n my Pops Hector Sr n and all us whom had the distinct n wonderful blessed oppty to chill wit you n all the other . Always a gentleman n a supreme OG wit that award winning smile n dance floor moves that garnered you the well deserved title “ Latin King” ! BigUp n maximum respect n gratitude for all u done to help make all our lives a bit brighter and though you left your body , I just know that you will continue to look out n shine all the same if not more. Bendicion Big love n sincerest n deepest condolences to the children n grandchildren n All the Fam on both sides n friends n fans worldwide and last but not least my Titi Gloria. I love you! We love you ! Tio Robert loves you n God loves you. It won’t ever be the same but somehow someway it’s gonna be ok. Keep smiling n shining as Tio Robert knows you can do. Bendicion Titi
Norma Velez says
My deepest condolences to my cousin, Gloria, and the Wilson family from your childhood friend, Norma and her daughter Anna Matos. Thank you Robert for bring love and happiness to my dear friend. Rest in peace.
Kimberly Golden says
My deepest condolences to the family-my extended family. Mr. Robert Wilson you certainly helped shape us thank you. Keep the faith family as God covers, strengthens and heals.
Arthur says
Sending you and the Family my deepest sympathies and condolences. May your FATHER keep on dancing in heaven as he did here on earth.
May the memories of him keep a smile on your face always.
Love Mrs L Cooper-Arthur
Jerry says
To Gloria, Ricky and the entire Wilson Family, We (The Stokes Family) hope 🙏 and pray that you will accept our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy on the recent passing of our dear family member, Mr Robert Wilson “The Latin King “. We will miss his smiling face and laughter and his easygoing personality and demeanor. He always had a way to make you laugh and smile and feel comfortable in his presence.
So, in passing, me, my wife Miriam, my daughter Diana and my son Mike send to you Gloria and the entire Wilson Family our love, respect and heartfelt sorrow and condolences. We all loved “The Latin King”. May his soul and spirit rest in eternal everlasting peace! R.I.P
Ramona Becerra says
Titi Gloria, Tio Richie, the Wilson family and all Robert’s friends and loved ones. I am so sorry for your great loss. You’re all in my heart and prayers. May God’s peace that surpasses all human understanding, fill your hearts and his supernatural strength sustain you during is very tough and sad time.
Thank you, Robert for loving my aunt, my family, dad, uncles, and all of us like your own. For taking care of them when they couldn’t take care of themselves. For bringing love, joy, laughter, and that great warm smile all of which were your gifts and strengths given to others so naturally. Each encountered mattered.
Although you left too soon and so suddenly, your impact on us all will carry on beyond your time here on this earth.
Earth bears no sorrow heaven cannot heal. You are free from the pain in your earthly body and troubled world. As you enter into your heavenly glorified body and walk the streets of gold, I can only imagine seeing my dad, your friend and my uncles and rest of our families welcomed you.
The Latin King dancing on the streets of Gold before the presence of the King of kings, Lord of lords and God. 🙌🏼🕊️👑
Dance on Robert! We love you and will miss you…😭💔🙏🏼
Cecil Shepherd says
You have embodied fatherhood! Anyone can have children, that really doesn’t make you a dad,a father, or a man! Not everyone is built to raise children, but you were able to do it Six times. That’s not an easy task and we all are different versions of you, I have that Bob/Red era, the Malibu Classic, the Jackson 5 and Mr. Bob. You have been that Dude ever since I was 5yrs old, I was molded by you, unconditionally. I became a Wilson even though I’m a Shepherd, I can’t think of a job that you had that I didn’t have too.
I will miss surprising you as you were always our first and last stop whenever we came down to Charlotte. We are Dolpfan’s (🐬) from the 70’s, you were a Laker first, whn you became a serious Knick, Idk, but it was before me. I’ll miss those conversations as well, trade talks, etc. You were with me for 55yrs, I will always cherish the Memories, I am honored to be Called your Son! I Love you Daddy! Tell the rest of The Family, we miss them and love them too!!! Mrs. Gloria thank you for being the beautiful person that you are, and know that you have another Son, and if you need me, I’m always a phone call away, as we all are in this together.
Your Son,
Cecil