STEVEN WILKINS Obituary

Steven Austin Wilkins 1936 ~ 2010 Steven Austin Wilkins passed away on April 13, 2010 at home. He was born May 22, 1936 in Salt Lake City, Utah to William Austin Wilkins and Florence Burton Wilkins, the eldest of three children. He married Patricia Goates on May 24, 1958 and that marriage was solemnized in the LDS Temple on their 25th wedding anniversary. They had two sons, William Casey Wilkins and Steven Kelly Wilkins. Steve attended Granite High School, Olympus High School and the University of Utah. He went to work for Wheeler Machinery in 1957 where he traveled for over 30 years selling Caterpillar tractor products in Utah, Idaho, Wyoming and Nevada. He continued to work at Wheeler until his retirement in 2000. Steve was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many callings. . . Elders Quorum Presidency, High Priest Group Leader, Bishoprics, Ward Clerk, and many others. Steve always had a great love for the State of Utah. He enjoyed skiing, boating, motorcycle riding and was also a Porsche enthusiast. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, his two sons, Casey and Kelly, his sister JoAnn Penrose (Lowell), his brother Larry Wilkins (Judith), and many nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, April 16th at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Ut. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 17, at the Little Cottonwood Fifth Ward, 6350 South Rodeo Lane (1545 East), Murray, Utah where friends may call from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, Sandy, Utah. Online condolences may be made at www.larkincares.com

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Published by Deseret News from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for STEVEN WILKINS

10 Entries

Jayson and Amber Boyd

April 23, 2010

We love you so much Pat and we're missing Steve like you wouldn't believe.

Lynn Keller

April 21, 2010

Dear Pat, Casey and Kelly:
Approximately a month ago I thought about Steve and you, Pat, and I was hoping you were doing well. I feel badly I did not get an opportunity to visit with Steve prior to his passsing. I enjoyed his wit, humor, intelligence, and friendship when I lived in the neighborhood.

Diane DePalmo Evans

April 17, 2010

Dear Pat, Casey and Kelly, I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray that you will find peace and comfort in the coming days.

April 17, 2010

Dear Pat, Casey & Kelly,

I'm so sad to hear that Uncle Steve passed away. I hope you are all finding comfort in each others company. I will always remember him for his wit , dry sense of humor and for the wisdom that radiated from his eyes. My deepest condolences. Juliet Wilkins (Santa Barbara, CA)

April 17, 2010

Dear Family: Steve was probably my very first boyfriend from about age 5 on State Street. I spent many years with he and Larry at their home on 21st East and we remained friends for many years. So many happy memories and my condolences to the family. We lost touch after I was married (to singer, Rouvaun) in 1952 but later had the opportunity to visit with Larry in Chicago at the Palmer House where my husband was appearing in 1970. Love and blessings to you all. Patsie (Dunn) Haun.

Nicole Ritchie Eskelson

April 16, 2010

I have so many wonderful memories of Steve; being at the gym every morning at 7, always having something positive to say, the ride in his fast car on my birthday, and the wonderful friend he was to my father while they served in the bishopric. My prayers are with you and your family Pat.

JERRY BLACK

April 16, 2010

I JUST WANT TO SEND MY REGARDS TO THE FAMILY, YOUR FATHER AND I BOTH WENT TO OLYMPUS HIGH SCHOOL TOGETHER EVEN THO HE WAS TWO GRADES AHEAD OF ME.

April 15, 2010

Dear Pat, Casey and Kelly,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Casey, you have been such a great friend to Chantel and I love you dearly for that.Chantel has always spoken highly of you Pat, and I know that she feels your loss. Love to you. Vickie Endicott (Sandy, UT) Chantel"s Mom

Ann Babb (Niki's mom)

April 15, 2010

Pat, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Peter Holt

April 15, 2010

Pat, Casey and Kelly:

I offer you my sincerest condolences on our collective loss. Steve will be sorely missed; he was an integral part of all of our lives and was loved by all.

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