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Drew Joseph Pilkington
1981 - 2018
Drew Joseph Pilkington
1981 - 2018
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BORN
1981
DIED
2018
Drew Pilkington Obituary
He was born in Casper, Wyoming on April 8, 1981 to his loving parents, and moved to Yuma at the age of 4 with his family.
Drew is survived by his parents Jim Pilkington and Cathy Pilkington, both of San Diego. His wife Angelica "Angie" Pilkington and their children Christopher, Salvador "Little", Diana, McKenzie (her mother Tiffany Avelar), Brianna, and Joseph "JoJo". His brother Adam Pilkington, his wife Marylou, and their children Logan, Claire (Drew's Goddaughter), and Sadie. His brother Jerry LoCoco, his wife Denelle, and their children Cora and Collins. His Uncle Chris and Aunt Julie Pilkington and their children Melissa and Jeff Sellers, Michael and Sarah Pilkington, of Phoenix, and Katie and Travis Dague. His Uncle Leo and Aunt Tammy Pilkington. His grandmothers Alice Anne Pilkington, of Longmont, CO and Helen Townsend, of Casper WY.
He is preceded in death by his sister, Emily; his grandfather Willard "Will" Pilkington and grandfather Ronald "Ronnie" Townsend; and his cousins Michelle Pilkington and Evan Pilkington. He was blessed with many more aunts, uncles, and cousins in Colorado and Wyoming.
Drew was a great friend to all and will be deeply missed. Viewing will be Sunday, February 18, 2018 at Yuma Mortuary from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Vigil will be held at 7:00 pm at Yuma Mortuary and officiated by Deacon Doug Nichols. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, February 19, 2018 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, officiated by Deacon Paul Muthart and Father Emilio Chapa. Reception will follow the interment and will be held at the Elks Lodge. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Catholic Community Services of Yuma in Drew's name.
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Logan Pilkington
July 31, 2024
After all these years.... It still hurts. I miss my uncle
We miss you big dog, until we meet again
Salvador Estrada
June 23, 2019
Drew getting a haircut in Phoenix
Salvador Estrada
June 23, 2019
Good times At the river
Salvador Estrada
June 23, 2019
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Mckenzie Avelar-Pilkington
October 10, 2018
i will always miss you dad <3
John Hendrix
March 17, 2018
I love and miss u drew thanks for everything. John hendrix aka mistah
Joe Webber
February 23, 2018
With deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Rest In Peace, Drew. You will be missed by many.
February 21, 2018
Rest In Peace Drew in the short time we meet you were an amazing person. Our condolences to the family.
Tornado Fence Llc.
Darcy MacDonald
February 20, 2018
Rest In Peace dear Drew....you were such an amazing person, friend, husband & father. May you find peace in the heavens above!
February 20, 2018
We offer our condolences to the family.
Drew was a wonderful person. Our prayers
are with the family.
The Beltran Family
Kathy Timmons
February 19, 2018
Cathy & Jim, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you & your family at this difficult time. May Drew Rest in Peace.
Lisa Medina
February 19, 2018
Jim and Cathy I'm am deeply sorry for your loss. May God and his Angels care for you and Drew's family.
Lisa Medina
May the Angels guide you as now you rest in peace much love and respect
February 18, 2018
Tai
February 18, 2018
May you rest in heaven. Prayers and condolences to your family.
Jerry & Sue Kulpa
February 17, 2018
Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him.
Sean Legros
February 16, 2018
I want to share my condolences to the Pilkington family. I was in shock to hear of Drew's passing. I was lucky enough to share a couple laughs with him last Saturday when he stopped by my shop for a few minutes. Rest in Peace Drew. I know you will be missed by many.
Mike O'Neil
February 16, 2018
Gone too soon. Every time I met with you was a pleasure. You were filled with a dedication to your work and your employees and that energy rubbed off on everyone around us during our time together. I truly enjoyed our interactions and will miss your presence when I visit Yuma. God bless you, rest in peace.
Shannon Pulda
February 16, 2018
You will be missed Drew, my condolences to the Pilkington family .
Jean Ann Morris
February 16, 2018
Dear Pilkington Family,
I just want to express my heartfelt condolences. I was shocked and saddened to read of Drew's passing. May you all be comforted by God's Holy Spirit, Who is always with you, as we all wait for reunion with our loved ones who have gone on before.
Raymond and Susan Bell
February 16, 2018
Thinking of you, Jim and Chris - along with the rest of your family - during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with you as you struggle with the loss of a cherished young man whose life ended far too soon.
Chantal Underwood
February 16, 2018
You will be missed, Drew. Much love to you and those you left behind.
Valerie Phipps
February 16, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Drew....Valerie Phipps
coco wetzler
February 14, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. So sorry your in our prayers the Hendrix Family
Kim Hinkle
February 14, 2018
May God bless Angie and her beautiful children during this time of grief. Hold tight to your memories of happier times and remember you are never alone.
Dean
February 14, 2018
I would like to express my sympathy to the family for this great loss. May the God who comforts those that mourn sustain you during this difficult time.
Gonzalo Zaragoza
February 14, 2018
Our condolecense to Angie and the family, may God welcome him in heaven.
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