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Marshall Wilkinson Obituary
Todd was born in Westerly to Wayne Wilkinson and Elizabeth Bruce. He was the beloved stepson of Pamela Wilkinson and James "Jim" Bruce.
Todd graduated from Wheeler High School where he excelled in soccer, baseball and basketball. He coached Little League baseball and high school basketball for many years.
Todd worked with his father as a highly skilled machinist at Wilkinson Tool and Die Co.
He married his wife Donna (Oliver), who predeceased Todd in 2017. He was also predeceased by his mother and stepfather. Todd's grandparents were Mildred and Carroll Wilkinson and Marjorie and Ansel Coats, all of North Stonington.
He will forever be missed by his siblings, Jon Wilkinson (Kim), Jamie Bruce (Deanna), Kara Sisk (Dean), and Kyle Wilkinson (Pearl). He was "Uncle Todd" to 13 nieces and nephews whom he cherished and treasured.
Todd loved family and will be missed by all of his aunts, uncles and cousins in the large Wilkinson, Coats and Boissevain families. He will also be missed by his close friend Danny Williamson and many other very close friends.
Todd enjoyed sports and automobile races with family and family gatherings.
He attended Second Baptist Church on 12 Stillman Rd., in North Stonington, where friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Service that will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 1:00p.m. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to Youth & Children Ministries of Second Baptist Church. Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly is in care of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Catherine Spain
May 30, 2019
Kyle, Pearl and the Wilkinson and Coats families -
We mourn with you the loss of Todd. May happy memories and God's love comfort you in the days to come. For "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: 'For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.'
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans, 8:36-39
With love, Catherine and Rashi
Jeremy Madden
May 24, 2019
Todd was like a older brother/cousin/uncle to many of us growing up in North Stonington. I always remember one day when he pulled aside outside the Wheeler Gym to let me know things were going to be alright when I was going through a tough time growing up. I still can remember that like it was yesterday over 30 years ago.
Carol Burdick
May 23, 2019
God doesn't give us what we can handle; God helps us handle what we are given. I remember Todd back in the good old days. Drove all sports events that he was a part of with the B&W bus company. He was great in all sports. His parents and family should be very proud. The Wilkinson's And Coat's, very nice people. He was my nephew Ronnie White greatest friend. Just remember the good times everybody had with Todd. He took care of Jim B. while he was sick did a very good job. He was kind and a lovely care taker. His entire family should be proud of him. He is at peace in Heaven with his friends and family. As we walk through life we must never forget the good people that we meet along the way. God bless his entire family through the hard times and someday we will all meet in Heaven. Todd keep the light on until we all get to Heaven. Everybody knows your name.
Always a friend
Carol Burdick
Joanne Kenyon
May 23, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Wilkinson family.
Andrew Madden
May 23, 2019
Todd was my little league baseball and basketball coach, and I still think of him to this day. He always recognized that I was trying my best with a warm smile. I can remember that smile as clear as day as I write this. He was an incredibly gifted athlete and I'm grateful for having known him.
Mike Lloyd
May 23, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Wilkinson family. So sorry for your loss.
Madeline Cozzolino
May 23, 2019
I am sorry to hear on the loss of your son todd, peace be with him. Madeline Roberts cozzolino, a classmate.
Kevin Pope
May 23, 2019
Rest in Peace old friend.....although we went separate ways long ago, I have thought of you often, and will continue to do so. K~
The Corrigan's
May 22, 2019
We watched Todd's star rise and blaze across the sky of the lives of our children like a meteor - too bright to last, too soon gone. He always had a bigger than life, exuberant hello and a kind thought to share whenever we ran into him. He's left this vail of tears and is finally at peace, among those he loved and missed. God speed and safe journey Todd.
Mark Texter
May 22, 2019
Sorry for your loss. We know Todd is with his LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST. I pray that God will bless you and comfort you during This time of sorrow. Please know he was part of the family at second Baptist Church and will be missed.
Deacon Mark and mom Florence texter
Angel Hays
May 22, 2019
I am in awe right now when I got the news about him. I work at At Stonington Stop and Shop and I would look forward to everyday seeing his smiling face coming into the store. He was always upbeat and happy. He was an amazing person I enjoyed his company. I still cant believe hes gone. Taken so young. I will miss him. My sympathys to the family. One day we will meet again.
Madeline Hart
May 22, 2019
Todd was one of kind , his kindness was always present when he was around , lots of memories with Todd ! Love you Todd RIP MY FRIEND
Nevine Roushdy
May 22, 2019
I will never forget how kind Todd was, he was a very helpful friend and kind person......God rest his soul
Mia Boissevain
May 22, 2019
I will always remember our camping trip with Jon, Wayne and Pam... the bike rides, the fun. It was nice to reconnect the past couple of years and see that great smile. You had such a strong impact on all that you coached and made a difference in so many lives. Find peace and rest easy. Love Mia
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