Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Bobby Wilkins Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA - Mr. Bobby L. Wilkins passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2010, at Grace Home, after a lengthy illness. Visitation will be held from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 5th, at Osborn Funeral Home. Graveside services will begin at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, January 6, 2010, at Greenwood Cemetery, Stoner Avenue. Officiating will be The Reverend Paul Martin, Assistant Rector of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Mr. Wilkins was a native of Denton, North Carolina and a resident of Shreveport for 60 years. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Bobby began his professional baseball career with the Philadelphia Athletics. He was also a shortstop with the Shreveport Sports where he set the Texas League record of 159 most consecutive chances without error in 1949. In 1951, Wilkins set the record for the most double plays (71) started in a season. Following his retirement from baseball he was Chief of Identification for the Caddo Sheriff's Department. After retiring from the Sheriff's Department he taught and coached in local high schools. He attended Catawba College, Salisbury, NC; Duke University, Durham, NC and graduated from the FBI National Academy and was elected president of the Louisiana Division, Inc., International Association for Identification.
Mr. Wilkins was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and a sister. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Connie Johnson Wilkins; one brother, Dr. Joe Wilkins of Charlotte, NC; and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be John Webb, Jim Scruggs, Dr. David Clemons, Keith Evans, Jim Kyle and Calvin Head.
Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Claude Pasquier, Arthur Carmody, Jr., Brooks Robinson and all members of the M.L.B.P. Alumni Association. OSBORNFUNERALHOME.NET
318-865-8426
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Wilkins
January 21, 2010
Mrs. Wilkins i am sorry to hear about Coach Wilkins, he was such a fine man. I just remember him being so happy go lucky all the time. You know are whole family things very highly of you and coach, he will be missed Mike Mikovich
January 8, 2010
Dear Connie:
You are in our thoughts and prayers in the loss of Bobby. May God bless you as only He can.
Reggie & Judy Reynolds
Searcy, AR
Lisa Smith
January 7, 2010
Mrs. Wilkins,
We are all thinking of you and are sorry for your loss. I remember you from FBCS 1972-1974. Take care!
Charlotte Balfe
January 7, 2010
Mrs Connie, So sorry to hear about Mr. Bobby. He always had a smile and a tease. We miss seeing y'all walking the track at the Schumpert Wellnes Center. He was a special person and so are you. Your family will be in our prayers.
Charlotte Balfe
Robert Bacon
January 6, 2010
Mrs. Wilkins
you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Paul Coles
January 6, 2010
Dear Connie,
Mom and I offer our condolences upon the loss of Bobby. He set the example for many of us to follow as a great guy and respected man willing to help others. He will be fondly remembered and missed by many. All of your friends are here for you.
Donnis Jarrett Carroll
January 6, 2010
Connie,,, you are in my thoughts and prayers....
Donnis
David Lambert
January 5, 2010
My sympathies to the family and friends of Bobby L. Wilkins. From a fan of the game of baseball. May Bobby now join the others from the game who dwell in the Field of Dreams.
Melinda Price
January 5, 2010
Connie, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Bobby. There are no words that will make your loss any easier. I have really good memories of going to the ballgames with both of you. Just know that I am keeping you close in my heart and I am praying for strength for you to make it through this.
Love you,
Melinda
Capt. (ret.) Jere Joiner, SPD
January 5, 2010
Rest in peace, Bobby Wilkins. I remember you from years ago. You were a nice guy!
Gabe Meiki
January 5, 2010
Mrs. Connie - I am so sorry. Jim called me a few minutes ago and told me. I am so ashamed that I haven't been by to see you and Coachy. He has been so good to me and made such a difference in my life. I am always here for you.
Gabey
HORACE MOSES
January 5, 2010
JAN 5, 2010
DEAR CONNIE:
WE ARE SAD TO READ ABOUT YOUR BOBBY. WE HAVE SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF HIM.
HE CAME TO OUR HOUSE MANY TIMES WHEN HE AND BUDDY WERE BOTH WITH THE CADDO SERIFFS OFFICE--HE AND BUDDY WERE CLOSE FRIENDS AND WE ENJOYED HIS VISITS. OUR THREE DAUGHTERS, TINA, DAWN AND SARA THOUGHT HE WAS A GREAT PERSON, TOO. BOBBY WILL BE FONDLY MISSED BUT WELL REMEMBERED BY MANY PEOPLE WHOSE LIVES HE TOUCHED. HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS. CONNIE WE LOVE YOU AND YOU'RE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND OUR PRAYERS.
WITH LOVE AND SYMPATHY,
"JONI" & "BUDDY" (HORACE) MOSES
January 5, 2010
"Mrs. Wilkins, My family and I are sorry to hear about your loss and offer our sincerest condolences. Please know that you are in our prayers. May God continue to comfort you at this moment. Shanta Fields Hamilton"
Janis Greer
January 5, 2010
Connie: Our hearts go out to you in your loss. Bobby was a fine man and we are glad he touched our lives along the journey. May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
From the Greer Family: Janis, Raymond, Brenda Fisher & Pam Matlack
Tina Moses Cannatella
January 5, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I am Tina (Moses) Cannatella, daughter of Horace Moses from the Caddo Sheriff's Office. Bobby Wilkins used to come to our house often when I was a child. He was truly loved by all of us. May God comfort you in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 5, 2010
Mrs. Wilkins,
How fond my memories of my high school days at 1st Baptist are and the times we spent with you and Mr. Bobby. My husband David and I, along with our son Clint share many baseball joys as well as you all did. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take care and know we are here if you need us. All my love,
Susan Sproull Ewing
Carroll Michaud
January 5, 2010
Dear Connie,
Gwen and I offer our sincerest condolences upon the loss of your much beloved Bobby. He was a great and greatly respected man who gave back to our community. He will be long remembered and greatly appreciated for his dedicated service to our community.
Our sincerest sympathy, Carroll & Gwen Michaud
January 5, 2010
Connie,
How broken hearted you must be. I am so sorry for your loss of Bobby. Just know that I still love you. I am here if you need a shoulder to lay your head on for a while.
Maggie Breedlove
Bill Johnston
January 5, 2010
Connie,
Here we are, still neighbors and there they are, Bobby and Van, neighbors again.
Please cll me if there is anything I ca do for yoy
Ora Lea
January 5, 2010
Connie, I'm so sorry for your great loss.
Bobby was an extraordinary man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Love always, Ora Lea
Showing 1 - 20 of 20 results
Make a Donation
in Bobby Wilkins's name
Memorial Events
for Bobby Wilkins
Funeral services provided by:
Osborn Funeral Home - Shreveport3631 Southern Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104
How to support Bobby's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Bobby Wilkins's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
