Robert “Bob” Tyson Williamson, 84, passed away on October 29, 2026 in Reno, Nevada. Born on September 11, 1942 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Bob was known to many by the nicknames Bob and Willie.
Bob had a love of airplanes and served in the United States Navy. He also served as Ramp Chief at the Reno Air Races for 38 years.
Bob was the first powder coater in the State of Nevada. In addition, he was one of the founding fathers of the Virginia City Jerky Co. & Smokehouse BBQ. He was as a man of many jokes and of random knowledge.
Bob will be remembered with respect and gratitude by all who knew him.
