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Stephen Wilkerson Obituary


News Death Notice

WILKERSON, Stephen T. 49, of Moraine, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2009. Steve was a loving father, devoted husband, best friend and a constant source of support to his family. Steves passions included motorcycles, cars, history, music, animals, and many other interests too numerous to list. He never met a stranger and was always ready to lend a helping hand. His good nature and kind soul will forever be missed. He was a friend of Bill W. Steve was preceded in death by Jerry Lucas (step-father) and Joseph Pepiot (father-in-law). Steve is survived by his wife Carrie (Pepiot) Wilkerson, son, Stephen J. Wilkerson ("Joey"), mother Judy Lucas, sister Robyn Murray, brothers David Wilkerson (Michele) and Michael Wilkerson (Robyn), nephews Brian, Jason, Mack, Randy, Jeff, Scott, Andrew, Adam, Matthew, niece Emma, his mother-in-law, Hazel Pepiot, brother-in-law, Joe Pepiot (Cindy), sister-in-law, Leslie Grooms, brother-in-laws John Pepiot (Kathi), David Pepiot (Heidi), nephew and niece Sam and Abby, countless friends and many beloved pets of past and present. A memorial service will be held at 7:00 pm Monday, August 31, 2009 at Morris and Sons Funeral Home 1771 E. Dorothy Lane. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Greater Dayton, 1661 Nicholas Rd, Dayton, Ohio 45418. Condolences may be sent to www.morris-sons.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Aug. 30, 2009.

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tom/wanda

August 22, 2010

we love you steve.

wanda

November 5, 2009

hi carrie and joey.
just thinking of you both and hoping you're doing what you're needing to do to get through this. you're in my heart and prayers.
love ya both

Laurel Benner

October 9, 2009

Wilk, we will love you and miss your loving soul, forever and ever.

October 2, 2009

Carrie and Joey,
I have known Steve for a long time, and just saw him again recently.... He was part of "our crowd", I will never forget Steve's great smile. He always made me laugh. My heart breaks for you. Ronda and Shelby Wheeler

Karen Heydinger

September 18, 2009

It wasn't to long after I met Bill W. that I met Steve. He always made me smile, had encouraging words and had such a gentle spirit.

May God bring you the spirit of peace to both of you during this time!

Shiloh Garrett

September 2, 2009

Carrie and Joey I am so sorry for your loss Steve was a great person that would help anyone he new I used to enjoy the time that he would bring Joey over to the skating rink in germantown. Just remember him he will always be with the both of you

Teri Brill

September 2, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. My deepest sympathy.

Ted Soloman

September 1, 2009

STEVE AND I WERE FREINDS AND I WAS THERE WHEN THEY NEEDED HELP AND STEVE HELPED ME WHEN I START MY CONCRETE BUSSINESS WITH TIM KRUSO THE POND IN THERE BACK YARD WAS LITTLE DUMP WE WERE HELPING EACH OTHER STEVE WANTED A BARN BUT POND WAS THE FIRST THING TO FILL.I STEVE IN HIGH SCHOOL AND OFF AND ON WE ALLWAYS TALKED AM SORRY THE FAMILY HIS SON JOE AND WIFE CARRIE ,,CARRIE PLEASE ANY HELP NEEDED CALL 937-672-3743

August 31, 2009

Friends enter and leave our lives, but the impressions they make on our hearts stay with us forever. The memory of Steve we will always treasure. He made our days brighter.

Wade & Linda Jordan Moraine Ohio

Lisa Patrick-Wright

August 31, 2009

Carrie -
I am very sadened by the news of Steve's passing and for yours and Joey's loss and sorrow.Steve was a very kind hearted being who will be missed.Remember the good times and in time gain knowledge from the bad.My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you.

Linda Rimas

August 31, 2009

May looking back over a lifetime of memories help give you strength and comfort in the days to come. I am thinking of you during this difficult time with thoughts and prayer.
My deepest sympathy,

Ben Chance

August 31, 2009

Such a kind,wonderful, and caring man. Sure will miss him.Carrie and Joey you are in my thoughts and prayers. God speed Steve

August 31, 2009

Our hearts and prayers are with you and will continue to be with the entire family. We are still in such shock. Please know we are with you in spirit...wish we could be with you in person...esp tonight.
Sharon and Mike Beverly

Judy & John Davis

August 31, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.

James Adkins

August 31, 2009

The loss of A friend of 28 years is hard he was there if you needed him day or night I wish I was there when he needed me the most

Linda K Staff @SteaknShake

August 31, 2009

Our deepest sympathy carrie and joey, Our prayers are with you.

August 31, 2009

To the Family of Stephen Wilkerson:
Mike, may you be comforted in remembering the fond memories of your brother, Stephen.
Regards, Lee Engel, Lake Erie Electric

Raynor Family

August 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carl & Vera Bowie

August 30, 2009

Words simply cannot express the deep sadness we feel. Please know that you are in our prayers now & always.

Jo

August 30, 2009

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Angie Sorrell Turner

August 30, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Joyce Moore

August 30, 2009

Carrie and Joey, I just heard the news. My heart goes out to your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed!

Terrie Davis Ferguson

August 30, 2009

My deepest sympathies to you and your family in this time of sadness and grief. Taken from you too soon, I will remember the man whose heart was huge and that he added something good to everyone's life he touched.

Skooter T

August 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Danielle Wyen

August 30, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

August 30, 2009

my prayers are with you carrie. you and joey both. love ya.

OTEISTA ROECKNER

August 30, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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