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Franklin Wilkins Obituary

Franklin R. Frank Wilkins, 75, of Brockton, died July 11, 2010. A son of the late Grover C. and Lucy J. (Waller) Wilkins, he was born in Boissevain, Va. A member of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, he was a bus driver for MBTA for 25 years and belonged to American Legion Post 16 Dorchester. Frank enjoyed family gatherings and loved to give advice to those who looked to him for it. An avid Patriot and Celtics fan, he enjoyed fishing, traveling and barbecuing. He loved gardening and took pride in caring for his yard. Frank was the beloved husband of Mary E. (Matthews) Wilkins; loving father of Shari Lynn Matthews (and Angelo Lee) of Randolph, Terrence (and Lauren) of Brockton, Pamela of Brockton, Linda Wilkins and Franklin Wilkins Jr.; grandfather of eight; great-grandfather of two; brother of Henry Wilkins and his wife Rene of Ohio, Moneta Wilkins of Ohio, Hazel Wilkins of New Jersey and Bertha Wilkins of Georgia; a close brother-in-law of Isadore Matthews and his wife Willa Mae of Hyde Park; and an uncle of a host of nieces and nephews. Following cremation, all are welcome to calling hours Friday 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Belcher Chapel at Waitt Funeral Home, 850 North Main St., Brockton, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Old Colony Hospice, 1 Credit Union Way, Randolph, MA 02368. Call 508-583-7272 or visit www.waittfuneralhopme.com.

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Published by The Enterprise on Jul. 14, 2010.

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Karen Scott

July 17, 2010

To Aunt Mary, our sympathies in this time of loss. Know that you are in our prayers. Mom has said that no matter how long you have your mate, it is never enough time. So true.

I am thankful that I had been able to meet with Uncle Frank as an adult and appreciate his humor and graciousness that is the hallmark of the Wilkins clan. He will be missed greatly.

On behalf of my mother,Monetta Wilkins, and my daughter, Alexandra Scott, I extend our sympathies to the family.

July 16, 2010

Dear Mrs. Wilkins and entire family, please accept our very deepest sympathies. God bless.

Dana & Judith Watson (and family)

July 16, 2010

Uncle Frank, a patriot, father, loving husband. To me he was always a happy-spirited person, with a smile that made everything seem just right. He will always be remembered dearly in my thoughts. At this time of mourning, we must as a family celebrate a life well lived.

To my Aunt Mary, please accept my deepest sympathies during this time of sorrow and may God bless you. I’m sorry that I am unable to attend the ceremony to personally convey my heartfelt sentiment. Uncle Frank will truly always live in our hearts and prayers.

Timothy Wilkins (son of Henry and Rean)

July 15, 2010

Uncle Frank will surely be missed, I'm glad I was able to travel hundreds of miles to visit him before the Lord called him home to be with his other brother's and sister's, a generation gone but not forgotten.

I'm sorry that I am unable to travel this time to attend the ceremony to express my condolences, please accept my deepest sympathies during this time of sorrow.

Earle Greene (nephew)

July 15, 2010

I remember Uncle Frank as a kind and charming man, with a quick wit and a great sense of humor. His quick smile and his passion for life touched us all, as does his passing.

I’m sorry that I am unable to attend the ceremony to express a more personal sentiment. Please accept my deepest sympathies during this time of sorrow.

Warmest regards,
Marcus Wilkins (son of Henry and Rean)

Vicki Wilkins

July 15, 2010

I am so sorry for the loss of Frank. Having only met him two times, I recall, with a smile, his grace and sincerity.
Vicki Wilkins, wife of Marcus Wilkins.

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