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Richard Wilkins Obituary

Richard C. Wilkins, DDS Died in San Mateo at the age of 78 on 10-16-2010. He attended Burlingame H.S., Willamette Univ., and NYU Dental School. Dr. Wilkins practiced dentistry for over 40 yrs. and will be missed by his devoted patients. He is survived by his wife, Loretta, son, Douglas, daughters Cheryl Lewis (Larry), Eileen Vogt (Brad) and his grandsons Kevin, Tyler, Ryan and Samuel. A memorial to celebrate his life will be held at Burlingame Methodist Church on Sat., Oct. 23rd at 1:00 pm. Memorial donations can be made to Sutter VNA & Hospice of San Mateo.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 19, 2010.

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Myron Branson

October 20, 2010

Dear Loretta and Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. I didn't believe it when I heard that Dick had past away. I have many fond memories of my times spent with Dick. You and your family are in my prayers.

October 20, 2010

Dearest Loretta, Doug, Cheryl,and Eileen. You and your families are in my heart and prayers.
Dick was my "brother" and you all are my family.
Loretta, my "sister"....all my love.
There is a new star in the sky and I know he is shining brightly down on all of his beloved family.
Jan Chiapelone(Beaverton, OR)

Sarah Jones

October 19, 2010

Doug and Wilkins Family,
My heartfelt sympathies to you. Know how much you are in all of our prayers.

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