Samuel Wilkerson

Samuel Wilkerson obituary, Richmond, VA

Samuel Wilkerson

Samuel Wilkerson Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Dec. 3 to Dec. 6, 2010.
WILKERSON, Samuel Cornelius, 83, of Chester, Va., entered into eternal rest on December 2, 2010 after a brief fight with cancer. He leaves to cherish his memory, Mary, his wife of 24 years; daughters, Kimberly Wilkerson and Sylvia Bland (Herman); and two sons, Gregory Thomas (Brenda) and Troy Wilkerson (Robin). He will be especially missed by granddaughter, Harmony Angel Wilkerson, who he fondly referred to as Precious. He also leaves to cherish his memory five other grandchildren, Anthony Robinson, Erica Coffey (Kevin), Jaysam Robinson (Deidra), Troy Wilkerson II and Bianca Wilkerson; three great-granddaughters, Alivia, Antonia and Kyla; one sister, Mable LaThorpe; and one devoted niece, Mary Smith. He was a retired sergeant, having served 20 years in the United States Army. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 7, 11 a.m. at Mimms Chapel, Richmond, Va., where family will receive friends one hour before the service. Rev. Sylvia Bland, of Amazing Grace World Fellowship, Chesterfield, officiating. Interment Sunset Memorial Park, Chester.


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December 1, 2011

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December 7, 2010

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December 7, 2010

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Kim Wilkerson

December 1, 2011

I Can't believe it has been almost a year since you passed away. I love you and miss you everyday. I know your watching over us.Harmony thinks about you all the time, and misses you so much. We love you, and we can't wait to see you again oneday.

December 7, 2010

Mary, Kimmie--and Ms. Precious
It is with heartfelt condolences the Coles and Charles family express our love for your family in your hour of sorrow. Sammie was a special person and had a place in our hearts, just as he did yours. He will truly be missed. Remember the scripture from Psalm 91 and
read it daily to give you peace.

Thurla, Jeannie, Lelia and children

The Carrolls

December 7, 2010

Minister Bland, Mrs. Wilkerson and family, I am very sorry for your loss and I pray God's peace, understanding and comfort be with you as you go through this time. God Bless you! The Carroll Family

Marilyn McCauley

December 7, 2010

I'm so sorry that he's gone. Sincere condolences to all of his family. My prayers are with you.

William & Karen Fleming

December 6, 2010

To Mary,Kim & Harmony,
We've only known Sam a short time but he made us feel like we've known each other a lifetime. He made us so comfortable whenever we were in each others company. He was such a "good" man and will be greatly missed. We will do all we can to help keep his memory alive in Harmony.

Much Love,

Martha Mullen

December 6, 2010

Sylvia, I am so sorry for the loss of you father.

December 5, 2010

I remember when Mr. Wilkerson and his mother moved to Willis Street in South Richmond. He bred pug dogs and had a "green thumb" so that anything he planted grew beautifully. I want to express my sincerest and deepest sympathy to his family. (Louise P. McQueen, Richmond, VA)

Mary Smith

December 4, 2010

Uncle Sammy,Fond memories of you will be with us always.

Mary Smith

December 4, 2010

To my Uncle Sammy,
I'm going to miss you so much.The phone won't ring anymore with
you on the other end asking "where you been".I will never forget you.
I love you Uncle Sammy.Rest in peace.
Your neice Mary

Kim Wilkerson

December 4, 2010

Daddy I love you so much, and I miss you. But I know your in a better place, and that your watching over us. I'm trying to be strong because you told me don't cry because you lived a long, happy life. I want you to know that helping take care of you these last couple months was not a burden at all even though I think you thought it was. I loved spending time with you daddy. Your "precious" Harmony misses you alot. Thank you for being such a great gandaddy to her. Harmony loves you, and I know she will never forget the memories she has with you. I know you didn't want to leave us, but don't worry we will be ok. You have helped me out alot the last couple years, and I want you to know I appreciate everything you did. I love you, and I will see you again one day. I love you daddy.

Carolyn hancock

December 4, 2010

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

Dolores Lewis

December 3, 2010

"We send our condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Pop Sammy was always full of joy and he loved to tell jokes. Our prayers are with all of you .

Love Jody, Rodney and the boys ( Atlanta, Georgia

Dolores Lewis (aka- Jody)

December 3, 2010

To Troy, Sylvia and Kim
We send our deepest condolences to you all at this time. Pop Sammy was always full of joy and always made you laugh with his jokes. We send our love.

Love
Jody and Rodney and the boys

Sylvia Bland

December 3, 2010

To My Dad,
We loved you, but God loved you best! I am grateful that you were called to your reward before it became too much. Gone, but not forgotten! Come to me all who are burdened and heavy laden and I will give you rest. Rest in His arms, Pop; just rest.
Love,
Sylvia

Troy Wilkerson

December 3, 2010

To my dad, who lived life to the fullest, not compromising his convictions on the battlefield, while serving in the military or in the battlefield we call life. Never surrendering , never quiting, always pushing foward and overcoming.But now it seems God has said, enough is enough. You have fought the good fight and have done what I sent you here to do. Now it is time for your rest. The labor is over. Come and enjoy your reward oh faithful servant. We all have a task to fulfill and I feel that Pop fulfilled his. May God be with his three ladies; Mary, kim and Harmony, in the days to come.God bless us all.

December 3, 2010

Sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you.
Estelle Berry & family

Jacqueline Griggs

December 3, 2010

To Mary, Kim, Sylvia, Greg and Troy. I send my deepest condelences to you all and the rest of the family. Your in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grieving.

I will always remember Mr. Wilkerson a.k.a. "Pop" as a fun and cheery person whenever I came up with Troy and Robin to visit. Always ready to tell you a joke or two.

Love,

Jacqueline

From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home

December 3, 2010

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