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Martha Wilkins Obituary
Martha was educated in the Rowan-Salisbury School System and devoted much of her life to caring for others. She worked for many years at the Brian Center of Salisbury and the VA Medical Center, demonstrating compassion, dedication, and a deep commitment to serving others.
Martha enjoyed bowling and was an active member of bowling leagues. She also loved playing bingo and spending time with family and friends. Her radiant warmth touched every life she encountered. She was simply loved by everyone who knew her, and she will be deeply missed. Known by many as the “neighborhood mom,” Ma Sue welcomed everyone into her home with a smile and made them feel like family.
Those who will forever treasure her memory include her loving husband, Phillip Wilkins; her daughter, Teela Wilkins; her sons, Marlon Wilkins, Thaddeus Wilkins, and Derrick Wilkins; and her stepson, Gilbert Hailey, all of Salisbury, NC. She is also survived by her siblings: Willie Mae Ingram of Charlotte, NC; Claudette Ingram Smith of Hyattsville, MD; Rosetta Ingram Sampson of Clinton, NC; and Mary Ingram Phillips of Charlotte, NC; along with a special aunt, Martha Walker Brown of Charlotte, NC. In addition, Martha leaves behind five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will forever cherish her memory.
Martha's life was a reflection of love, service, and generosity.
Funeral Services: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. at Rowan Funeral Services Chapel, burial will follow at 2:00 p.m. in Salisbury National Cemetery.
Family will receive friends 12:00-12:30 p.m.
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David W Calhoun
February 17, 2026
I had the pleasure to work with Martha on many occasions at the VA. She was an awesome team player. Martha was the kind of person that looked out for other people quite a bit. I remember every night I would come to work. She would tell me a little something about this and a little something about that to help me with my new patients. I loved this about her. It was especially helpful if I haven't had them before. Martha had an awesome sense of humor and would always keep you laughing. I hope she realize she could count on me as much as we counted on her. Martha enjoyed her job and loved all the people she came in contact with on a professional basis. Martha will be missed by her co-workers and her family a great deal. Go rest high on that mountain. You deserve it. You are a wonderful soul. May the spirit of Martha carry on through to other people and her family. And remember the happy times, especially when Martha enjoyed a good joke now and then. She is smiling down on us from heaven and ready to tell us some things about that when we get there with her. Martha, thank you for such great memories.
Tammy Payne (The Payne family)
February 13, 2026
Martha was a pleasure to work with. She loved to sing the songs that i played on youtube when we worked 3rd shift together. She loved her family dearly and talked about them all often at work. Sending prayers of comfort. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Jerry Crockett
February 13, 2026
On behalf of the Crockett and Byrd family we extend our deepest sympathy to the Wilkins and Ingram family, during this time of bereavement. Ma Sue was a beautiful and caring lady. We will remember her in a very good way, as a devoted wife and mother. May God continue to comfort and bless you all with His peace during this difficult time. Know that you are loved.
Sincerely,
Jerry & Katie Crockett
The Byrd Family
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Willette Swann
February 11, 2026
Rosetta and Wilkins Family, Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Carolyn Corry
February 10, 2026
I remember us being sister in laws when I was married to Paul we were close and talked all the time Rest in Heaven MarSue
Trudy Jackson
February 8, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ma sue, was one of my classmates, she was a really nice person, and l loved to working with her at the VA.
Geraldine Hovis
February 8, 2026
R.I.P my friend. Condolences to her family.
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