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Charlie Wilkinson Obituary
Memorial service: 11 a.m. Saturday at University United Methodist Church, the Rev. Andrew Decker officiating.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to Universtiy United Methodist Church.
Bud was born March 6, 1936, in Graham, the son of Charlie R. and Tracye Tackett Wilkinson. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a teacher for the HEB ISD. Bud was a logistician for EER Systems and owner of Bud's Wood Chop. He was an Eagle Scout, a graduate of TCU and member of Sigma Chi fraternity. Bud enjoyed woodworking and hunting.
Survivors: Wife of 46 years, Marilyn Wilkinson; son, Roy Wilkinson; daughter, Anne Wiggs and her husband, Jason; brother, Don Wilkinson; grandchildren, Heather and Levi Wiggs and Dominique and Mikayla Wilkinson; and numerous other family and friends.
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Earl Cole
January 24, 2009
I had Mr. Wilkinson for science at Irma Marsh Jr. High 1970. I remember one class where he brought a hand cranked generator and had the whole class hold hands to complete the circut. We were all shocked when he gave it a fast turn. I remember that he told us that we need to know how to conduct ourselves around eletricity. Sorry to here of his passing.
Kevin Brinlee
January 15, 2009
Mrs. Wilkinson & Family,
I am ver sorry to hear of the passing of "Mr. Bud". He purchased lumber from me for several years, and was always fun to talk to. In the fall, I especially enjoyed swapping stories about hunting. I am lucky person for knowing him, and I look forward to seeing him again in Heaven. May the Lord bless you and your family, and you will be in my prayers.
Beverly Stephens (Tidwell)
December 28, 2008
What a wonderful person and inspiration to all of the students Mr. Wilkinson crossed paths with. We are all better people because of him. My thoughts are with the family during this time.
Melbourne Neill
December 27, 2008
Dear Wilkinson family,
I knew Bud when we were about 8 or 9 years old and have not seen him since then. We lived next door to the Wilkinson on Wimberly St. Lord bless you.
Dave and Jeaniece Mukherjee
December 27, 2008
Marilyn and Family,
We are so saddened to hear of "Mr. Bud's" passing. We will miss his clever wit and constant activity in his wood shop. He produced many cherished items in our house. He was such an honest, caring and wonderful friend and neighbor. He will be missed tremendously.
Harry Lingo
December 26, 2008
Marilyn,
I don't know how Bud and I lost touch. The folks in El Paso told me they thought he was teaching in Austin. I just today learned of his passing. I am so sorry Marilyn, Bud was an extremely good friend of mine as well as a dedicated employee. I have missed him for almost 20-years and will now miss him even more. I won't be able to make it tomorrow but my prayers are certainly with you and Bud. I am in Arlington at 817 277 7839.
My best to you, Roy and Ann. May Bud's putts now forever run straight and true.
Very sincerely,
Bob "Doc" McClintock
December 26, 2008
I really enjoyed knowing Bud for the last two years. I always looked for him at the basketball games and we had great fellowshipat the Gary Patterson lunches. Bud was a TRUE FROG and I will truely miss him.
Laurie Ryan
December 26, 2008
Marilyn,
Bless your heart. We were all so saddened by Bud's passing. Please know that our whole family will be here for you any time you need us.
Laurie and Harold Ryan
William "Bill" Gay
December 26, 2008
Deepest regrets.
Randall Jones
December 26, 2008
Bud was a very special colleague at Euless Jr. High School. We shared many laughs. I have fond memories of Bud. I have much hearfelt sympathy for the family.
August Schilling
December 26, 2008
Dear Marilyn and Family,
It has been a joy to get to know Bud these last few years at all of the TCU sporting events. His ever present smile and great attitude were a positive influence on all who met him. My sincere sympathy to his loved ones. And, I hope to see you, Marilyn, at many events to come.
Augie S.
Pamela Renfro (Henderson)
December 26, 2008
I am sad to hear of Mr. Wilkinson's passing. He was my 9th grade science teacher at Euless Jr. High ('77-'78). I learned a lot in his class. He was tough, but a very good teacher, and a decent person outside of school. I even babysat Roy and Anne a few times. I wish his family well in their time of grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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