Edward Eugene Wilkins's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2021 in Essex, Illinois

Edward Eugene Wilkins

July 31, 1953 - January 12, 2021 (67 years old)

Essex, Illinois

Edward Eugene Wilkins's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2021 in Essex, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
R W Patterson Funeral Home Ltd

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Edward Eugene Wilkins

July 31, 1953 - January 12, 2021 (67 years old)

Essex, Illinois

Edward Eugene Wilkins Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Edward Eugene Wilkins of Essex, Illinois, born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, who passed away at the age of 67, on January 12, 2021. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward Eugene Wilkins to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Earl and Jean Marie Wilkins. He is survived by: his wife Barbara Leah Wilkins of Essex; his sons, Edward M. Wilkins (Jeanine) of Frankfort, IL, Patrick R. Wilkins (Nicole) of Wheaton, IL and Clint Wilkins (Elizabeth) of Braidwood; his grandchildren, Eddie, Dakota, Skylar, Amber, Joshua, Elijah, Magdalyn and Nolan; and his siblings, Robert Wilkins (Gwen) of Zellwood, FL, Debra Merzlock (Paul) of Joliet and Kirk Wilkins (Sheila) of Braidwood. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews.

All attendees are required to wear face coverings, follow social distancing guidelines, and due to the capacity requirements, please be brief with your condolences to allow other guests to pay their final respects.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his name to the River of Life Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.

Suggested donation : American Cancer Society

Funeral arrangement under the care of
R W Patterson Funeral Home Ltd



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