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Age 53, of McKeesport, formerly of North Huntingdon, died peacefully surrounded by his family, Monday, January 13, 2020, at his home. He was born September 23, 1966, in Jeannette, the son of Barbara (Heil) Wilker, of North Huntingdon and the late Donald R. Wilker. Don was employed as a machinist in charge of quality control for Cleaveland Price, of Trafford. He was a member of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, in North Huntingdon. Third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1222, of Jeannette. Don was an avid competitive bowler, with two 300 games on his record and enjoyed skiing and was a true motorcycle enthusiast. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife of nearly seven years, Jennifer (Chytil) Wilker; a sister, Brenda Wilker, of North Huntingdon; an uncle, Bruce Heil, of North Huntingdon; mother-in-law, Catherine Morrow, of West Homestead; brother-in-law, Bill (Nicola Dempsey) Chytil; niece and nephew Olivia and Liam Dempsey. The family wishes to extend their thanks to his close friends caregivers, Anne Ladik, Paula Kircher and Mike Sonnie. Friends will be received 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin. Parting prayers will be held 9:30 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Don's riding friends are invited to bring their motorcycles. The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society c/o St. Agnes Church, 11400 St. Agnes Lane, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. To send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com.
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jim Claus
January 16, 2020
I had the pleasure of Meeting Don 13 years ago. Many bike trips and good times with Him and Jenn will be remembered always.
Becky & Ron McCarney
January 16, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Don's family. Barb and Brenda, I hope you remember us. Becky Frederick McCarney and Ron McCarney.
Michele Premoshis
January 15, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Don was a classmate of mine and I had not seen him in a long time. I followed his life and strength and struggles on Facebook and said many prayers for him. He will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless his friends and family!
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January 14, 2020
My sincere condolences and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow...
Kris
January 14, 2020
Heaven is full of beautiful people!
Anne Ladik
January 14, 2020
You are missed by so many Don. We all loved you and cherish the fact that we were blessed to have known you. Forever in our hearts...
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