George Michael Wilks's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2023 in Carlsbad, Texas

George Michael Wilks

November 16, 1947 - January 12, 2023 (75 years old)

Carlsbad, Texas

George Michael Wilks's obituary , Passed away on January 12, 2023 in Carlsbad, Texas

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Shaffer Funeral Home

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George Michael Wilks

November 16, 1947 - January 12, 2023 (75 years old)

Carlsbad, Texas

George Michael Wilks Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved George Michael Wilks of Carlsbad, Texas, born in Abilene, Texas, who passed away at the age of 75, on January 12, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George Michael Wilks to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lowell Efton Wilks and Clara Louise Jordan; his siblings, Carlanne Taylor and Lowell E. Wilks; his niece Diane Tatum; and his brother-in-law Larry Boyer.

He is survived by: his wife Patty; his daughter Cicily Balladares (Daniel); his siblings, Marion Dannheim (Sam) and David Wilks (Rita); and his granddaughters, Madison, Robin and Olivia Balladares. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members, and countless friends and co-workers.

If you asked George what charity to give to, he'd say St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Shaffer Funeral Home



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January 14, 2023

Karen Weatherby wrote a sympathy message

“I’ve known George for 30 years and enjoyed every single encounter I ever had with him. He was a pleasure. He had a gift for loving and caring for some very special children. Not everyone has what he did. We will all feel the loss and we will miss your love and your kindness and your unique sense of humor. Prayers for your family and friends. Karen Weatherby”


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January 13, 2023

Lynda Tyler wrote a sympathy message

“I'm so sorry, Cecily. for comfort.”


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January 13, 2023

charlotte crawford wrote a sympathy message

“George was my son's teacher. Jacob thinks of him as a friend and has asked God to welcome Mr. Wilks into Heaven and take good care of him. We have kept a postcard that he sent Jacob in 2020 on our refrigerator to remind us that there are really good people in this world!!!! He will be greatly missed. -Charlotte and Jacob Crawford”


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