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Dorothy Wilkinson Obituary

Dorothy G. Wilkinson NORFOLK - Dorothy G. Wilkinson, 87, passed away Jan. 20, 2009. She was born in Indiana on July 25, 1921. She was predeceased by her husband, Bernard Wilkinson and her daughter, Sharon L. Langlois. Dorothy loved bowling, playing bingo and just being with her family and friends. We would like to thank Autumn Care of Norfolk and her very special nurse, Annie, for taking such good care of her. Also, a special thanks to Uncle Billy for his help during this difficult time. She is survived by her granddaughter, Stephanie Leonard; a great-granddaughter, Alexis; and a special friend, Sharon Holland. She will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. A graveside service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences can be made to the family at www.altmeyer.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 21, 2009.

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