David Frances Wilkins

David Frances Wilkins obituary

David Frances Wilkins

David Wilkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ziegler Funeral Home from Nov. 12 to Nov. 13, 2025.

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David Frances Wilkins, age 66, a lifelong resident of McMinn County, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. He played football for McMinn County High School on the winning team of 1975. He also enjoyed building race cars in his spare time.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Dan Thomas and Cecile Cora Pelletier Wilkins, his wife: Theresa Wilkins, and his brothers: Jon Nell Wilkins and infant brother: Dan Wilkins, Jr.

David is survived by his daughter: Dawn Sluter (Randy) of Athens, his grandchildren: Dakoda, Ryan, Jacob, and Lenox, his siblings: Dana Wilkins, Philip Wilkins (Connie), Thomas Wilkins (Cindi), Daniel Wilkins (Sheila), Kevin Wilkins, and Van Wilkins, along with several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.

You are invited to sign the online registry at www.zieglerfuneralhome.com

Ziegler Funeral Home has been entrusted with serving the family of David Frances Wilkins.

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Debra F Boyd

November 19, 2025

So very sorry. Prayers for the family.
Sincerely, Deb Boyd

Samantha McGowan

November 14, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. My kids will miss you Santa Clause.

Samantha McGowan

November 14, 2025

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