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The Honorable Robert Lee "Cookie Man" Wilder

07/22/1956 - 03/19/2025

Obituary For The Honorable Robert Lee "Cookie Man" Wilder

It was with deepest sorrow that Lavender’s Funeral Service announced the passing of THE HONORABLE ROBERT LEE “Cookie Man” WILDER, 68 of Aliceville, Alabama on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at Baptist Medical Center in Columbus, Mississippi.

Please leave a personal message of condolence for The Wilder Family by clicking on our Guest Book link.

PUBLIC VISITATION for Councilman Robert Lee Wilder was Friday, March 28, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Lavender's Funeral Service.

THE HOME GOING CELEBRATION HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY of Councilman Robert Lee “Cookie Man” Wilder of Aliceville, Alabama was Saturday, March 29, 2025, 2:00 p.m. at Aliceville City Hall, 419 Memorial Parkway East, Aliceville, AL. The body of Mr. Wilder wsd in state in City Hall from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

INTERMENT immediately followed the funeral service in New Cemetery, 196 Valleyview Road, also in Aliceville. Reverend Robert W. Jackson Jr., Pastor of Dancy First Baptist Church in Aliceville, Alabama will be The Eulogist.

The Wilder Family Chose The Professional, Experienced, & Compassionate Funeral Directors & Staff of: Lavender's Funeral Service 11233 Highway 17 South - Aliceville, AL 35442. 205-373-2420

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To the Wilder, Lewis, and Mullen families, Our sincere condolences go out to you all for the loss of your loved one, "Cookie Man". You're in our thoughts and prayers that God grant you all strength at this time as He promised you that He would, saying, "I will never leave nor forsake you." He was referring to such a time as this, He is there to comfort and strengthen you. Sorry we could not be there with you, your Cousin, Robert "Bob" McKinstry.

Bishop Robert McKinstry

PRAYERS UP for the family. Robert was a dedicated Classmate and friend

Doris Hinton Cooper

Sending Love from Boston to you Dominique and the Wilder family. You all are in our prayers.

Boston Quarles Family Clan

May God Wrap His Arms Around Robert Lee "Cookie Man" Wilder's In Heaven. I attended many functions at Cookie Man Building in Aliceville. One time Mother (Mrs. Cora Forte') and I was at a program for St John Baptist Church at his Building; That the Year My Mother Raise the most for the St John Baptist Church. What a Happy Time. Cookie Man was a wonderful person and loved by all. Prayers to the Wilder's Family. Blessing To The Wilder's Family.

Connie Forte Douglas

My name is John Russell and for the last 48 years I have practiced law in Pickens County with my office being located in Aliceville. During that time I had the privilege of being City Attorney and working closely with members of the City Council. As a a part of that job I had the privilege of working with Councilman Wilder. When disputes arose between the members of the Council Cookie Man was a peacemaker and helped settle many contenious issues. He loved Aliceville and always had a smile on his face. He was my friend and he will be missed.

John Russell

to the family of the man that i know as cookie man he befriended me from the first day that we met and now he will always be my friend until we meet again in heaven rest on in heaven my friend you will always be in my heart heaven has a true given man.

jim knox sr

Sending condolences to the Wilder Family. Cookieman will be missed. He Loved his community -Aliceville. Rest on Cookie.

Lawanda Gipson

I send my love, condolences and prayers to the Wilder Family. Pray that GOD wraps his arms around everyone and continues to provide comfort during this time and the days ahead.

Angela Frazier

My deepest condolences to the family and friends! I was very saddened to hear such devastating news. Cookie Man had such a kind heart and always had a smile on his face whenever he approached someone. Rest on my friend and know you will definitely be missed 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 💜

Glenda Corder

I am truly sad to hear of the Homegoing of a good friend and prior co-worker. He was a leader in the community- a man who serves. He didn't know a stranger and didn't look down on anyone, although he was held in a prestigious place. I know my Father has received Him and has prepared a place for Him. Sending warm hugs and healing balm to his daughter, his family and his closest friends from Tiffany Harris & Family

Tiffany Harris

Words of encouragement to the Wilder family , the community as a whole are praying for each and everyone of you in this difficult time of grief , knowing god is in charge.

The Richey and Fowler family

The Wilkins Family of St Louis Missouri, would like to send Words of Comfort and Appreciation to the Family of Councilman "Cookie Man" Wilder. Last summer we hosted a Family Reunion at his facility and his dedication to making his guests comfortable and taken care of made my whole family fall in love with him. As a native from Aliceville I grew up knowing Cookie Man but not knowing his community service. Aliceville, keep his legacy alive and help Aliceville keep moving forward in honor of his work. Wilder Family in your grief, know that you have a Town full of people and more that will Love you and continue to support you in your grief. Mattie Williams-Johnson and the Wilkins Family of St. Louis, MO

Mattie Williams-Johnson & The Wilkins Family of St. Louis MO

My Deepest Condolence to Mr Robert Wilder Daughter,and Family. I serve 9 years with (Cookieman) on The Aliceville city councilor. One thing he told me (Don't forget Where we came from)Yes I work for him at the Wilder Communty Actioncenter in Aliceville for 10 years! Man!! This man gave, gave, and gave!! Thank you for cookieman!! I call him COOKIE!!!!

Councilman Thomas. ( DICK) Wilkins

Councilman -Thomas.Fitzgerald Wilkins

Condolences to the family, Cookie Man leaves a legacy, keep it alive. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed, rest on thy good and faithful servant. Geraldine Smith--Hesperia CA

Geraldine Smith

TO THE FAMILY OF MR.ROBERT WILDER WE ARE SENDING OUR PRAYER TO THE FAMILY HE WILL BE MISS 🙏🙏🙏 REST ON

Minnie Horton

Sending my prayers and condolences to the wilder family mr cookie man wilder will be truly missed get your REST NOW 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Juewell guyton

We're sending our condolences to the family. Mr. and Mrs. Archie James

Jacqueline James

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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