Merna Sue Wilkerson's obituary , Passed away on September 25, 2020 in Benton, Illinois

Merna Sue Wilkerson

August 5, 1936 - September 25, 2020 (84 years old)

Benton, Illinois

Merna Sue Wilkerson's obituary , Passed away on September 25, 2020 in Benton, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pate Funeral Home

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Merna Sue Wilkerson

August 5, 1936 - September 25, 2020 (84 years old)

Benton, Illinois

Merna Sue Wilkerson Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Merna Sue Wilkerson of Benton, Illinois, who passed away on September 25, 2020, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Merna Sue Wilkerson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Roy Wade and Pearl Wade (Odum); her husband Richard Summers (Curtis Wilkerson); her son Leroy E Atwood; her stepson Mitchell Wilkerson; her siblings, Leroy Wade and Shelby Roberts; and her aunt Florence King (Jack Williams).

She is survived by: her children, Lonnie D. Atwood and Connie Grimes; her stepdaughters, Kathy Priddy, Peggy Clem, Carla Owen and Dana Wilkerson; and her brother Eldon Wade. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pate Funeral Home



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Pate Funeral Home
301 S Main St, Benton, IL 62812

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Sep 28

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Pate Funeral Home
301 S Main St, Benton, IL 62812

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