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Harold Wilkinson Obituary
HAROLD WILKINSON
KERRVILLE, TEXAS — Harold William (Bill) Wilkinson of Kerrville, Texas, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017, at his home in Kerrville, with his wife, sons, and daughter-in-law at his side.
He was born in Alton, Illinois, on May, 23, 1930, to Harold and Esther (nee Beatty) Wilkinson. He graduated from Marquette High School in Alton. Mr. Wilkinson attended the United States Naval Academy where he played football and became a decorated combat veteran of the Korean War, serving in submarines and ashore in the combat zone. Following the war, he received a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Shurtleff College in Alton, and later completed his Master's Degree in Education from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville. He began his four decade long career in education as a History instructor at the Bunker Hill, Illinois, school system in 1955, and eventually became the Principal of the Elementary/Junior High School. Many in the Bunker Hill area will remember Coach Wilkinson as he coached basketball and track at Bunker Hill and coached football at the Western Military Academy in Alton. Following his retirement from the school system, he worked at the Bunker Hill Gazette-News. Mr. Wilkinson also served the Bunker Hill community as a city Alderman, Library Board member, School Board member, and on the Board of Directors of Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton, Illinois. He was a member of the American Legion, the Knights of Columbus, and Mensa.
On June 16, 1956, he married the former Frances Angelina Aloisi of Benld, Illinois; she survives along with their sons Mark (Tina) of Harper, Texas, and Scott (Kerry) of Wylie, Texas. His grandchildren include Anthony (TJ), Andrew (Danielle) and Alexis of the Dallas area, and Blake of Hannibal, Missouri.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Kerrville on 4 p.m. Saturday, January 28, 2017. In lieu of flowers, the Family asks that Memorials and contributions be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 800-306-1799.
The Family is most appreciative for the services of Peterson Hospice with special thanks to Jana, Carryl, Lisa, Harley, Miguel, Julie, Silvia, and George; and to the staff of Brookdale as well as Anita and Judy Aguirre. We also thank Johnny Grimes and company for their service to our husband and Father.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Wilkinson
Bruce & Rhonda Scott
February 13, 2017
Our sympathy and prayers we send to Mr Wilkinson's family. He was such a kind and friendly person and will be missed. May your memories sustain you and your faith uphold you. May God surround your family with His love and comfort. Bruce and myself as well as our girls had him as a school principal. He was "THE BEST" Bunker Hill ever had.. we all loved him and respected him. After he retired he continued to serve Bunker Hill in various compacities... what a giving man!!! God bless him as He welcomes Bill home and bless Fran and family.
Melanie Canaday
February 12, 2017
My deepest condolences. He will be greatly missed. His contributions to the school and community are innumerable.
Paul Peckman
February 2, 2017
I will remember "Coach" Wilkinson as our basketball coach and Jr. High teacher at Meissner. I was grateful to see him at the BHHS Class of 1967 "40th Reunion" -- sorry that he won't be here for the "50th." Paul Peckman (Nixa, MO)
Dan and Laura Cloninger
January 29, 2017
Mr. Wilkinson will be remembered always for his dignity and class. Fond memories from Meissner Elementary School. Our deepest sympathy to Mark, Scott, and their families.
January 26, 2017
I have such wonderful memories of Mr. Wilkinson at Meisser. So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Corinne (Jones) Rice
Valerie Kilmer (Weber)
January 22, 2017
'our deepest sympathy to your family' RIP Mr. Wilkinson....He was well repected in the community
The Weber family..(Bunker Hill,Il)
Steve Rull
January 20, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Coach made a difference in my life. Thanks for sharing him with us.
Richard Peckman
January 20, 2017
Did not know about his service in the military. Makes me even prouder that he was my teacher and coach. My sympathy to the family.
Lisa (Marsh) Alan
January 20, 2017
My condolences. Mr. Wilkinson was a just, fair, kind, and decent man. I looked up to him as a principal and a leader. He had a quiet grace and dignity that made him loved and respected by many. I am very sorry for your loss.
Bill Dixon
January 20, 2017
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere
condolences on Harold's passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere prayers. We are forever grateful for Harold's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother of the Phin we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way. - 2 Thess 3:16.
Harold William Wilkinson GMSN(SS), US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
His record is now posted online in the Eternal Patrol file on the USSVI website.
Bill Dixon, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
Debbie (Dey) Miller
January 20, 2017
Deepest sympathies to the family. I know you loved him deeply and will miss him terribly. I have thousands of memories of Mr. Wilkinson and all of them are great. Such a wonderful man and role model for our community. Heaven received a good one when they got him. God bless.
Bob Fritz
January 20, 2017
Very sorry to read of Mr. Wilkinson's passing. My deepest sympathy to you all. God bless all of you.
Nick Nichols
January 19, 2017
To the Wilkinson Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Harold's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. All SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Harold will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
GMSN(SS) Harold Wilkinson
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain
Nina, Tina, Renee and Darren Rucker
January 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss. He was the nicest Principal we had. I will always remember his smile. Rest in peace Mr. Wilkerson you was the best.
Susan & Donnie Garrison
January 19, 2017
Fran, Mark& Tina, Scott & Kerri, & Grandkids,
We lost a wonderful friend, Neighbor (when we first got Married) and such a honable Veteran. You have been so blessed to have had him for So Many years and So Many Wonderful Memories.. So glad they Moved to Texas and Could Enjoy all Grandkids and you Two boys, which he Was So Very proud of .. Donnie and I have Many fond Memories of All the "Wilkinson's" We will cherish Forever.. God bless all of you and May you just remember all the good Times you had with your dad and Husband and realize how Blessed you have been...Donnie and I Cherish your friendship and love all of your Family.
Georgia Hanks Murphy
January 19, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Many wonderful memories of him at the elementary school. God Bless.
Tom Cromwell
January 19, 2017
The Bunker Hill community, especially its young people, benefited from every minute that Mr. Wilkinson lived and worked there. We were encouraged by his quiet leadership, just administration, and merciful understanding. Please accept my sympathy,
Nat Mellenthin Sr
January 19, 2017
So many good memories of Mr Wilkinson as a student, coworker and great friend. Prayers and sympathy to the entire family.
Denise Heffren
January 19, 2017
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I worked with him at BH Gazette for several years. I enjoyed many interesting conversations with him - he was a true gentleman and I am happy to have known him.
Ed & Sandy Wiemers
January 19, 2017
Fran and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Enjoyed our time spent with you and Bill at all the Kiwanis meetings we attended in Bunker Hill. In our prayers,
Joe & April Robbins
January 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Our family have great memories of him as our neighbor in Bunker Hill.
January 19, 2017
Sympathy to the family at this time. Sorry to hear of your loss.
Dean & Arlena Rull
January 19, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to you Fran, Mark & Family, and Scott and family. Enjoyed working with him. May God give you peace and comfort at this time. Thoughts & Prayers
Jeri and Wade (Mize) Dauksch
January 19, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Mr. Wilkerson's family!
Matt and Millie Hausman
January 19, 2017
Many great memories of Mr. Wilkinson at Meissner School. Condolences to the family.
Scott & Amy (Brenner) Goble
January 19, 2017
Please accept our condolences for your loss. Scott and I have many fond memories of our elementary school days thanks to Mr. Wilkinson's leadership. He was a true professional! We will keep your family in our prayers.
Julie Corey
January 19, 2017
Deepest condolences to the Wilkinson family for the loss of your loved one. May your loving memories give you strength in this time of sorrow. God bless.
Monie Morrison
January 19, 2017
So sorry to read of your loss. Our sympathy to you all.
Bill & Deanna Mize
January 19, 2017
Bill and I, as well as our kids, all have fond memories of Mr. Wilkinson from our Meissner days. He was a very special person and will be missed by many. Sending our deepest sympathy to Fran, Scott and Kerry, Mark and all the family.
Christine Meyer (Hazelip)
January 19, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Wilkinson was a great principal, boss and all-round good guy. He had a good personality that made a person feel that he wanted to listen to them. He will be missed.
Barbara Kramer
January 19, 2017
We look back on the good times we had together with Community Christmas programs - thanks to a man like Bill who contributed so much to his community.
Gabriel Swift
January 19, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God bless.
Anna Hanks Whorl
January 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Prayers.
January 19, 2017
Fran and Family, so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Bill and Shirley Hanks
January 19, 2017
so sorry for your loss. fran you and your family are in are prayers
allen & alice greeling
Jacqueline Caveny Leferink
January 19, 2017
Sending prayers and sympathy for your loss
Ollie & Judy & family Schwalllenstecker
January 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss.. Bill was a great friend... Bunker Hill lost two great people when Bill & Fran left Bunker Hill... Our Condolences to the family...
Christy Santel (Meisenheimer)
January 19, 2017
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man.
Beth Stoops
January 19, 2017
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
barb Gill-Bailey
January 19, 2017
so sorry for your loss he was a wonderful boss and friend
Richard Nelson
January 19, 2017
My thought and prayers are with u
Teresa (Sneeringer) Curtner
January 18, 2017
So sorry to hear of Mr. Wilkinson's passing. I have many fond memories of him at Meissner and of him and Mrs. Wilkinson during my time with her as my baton teacher. I also remember some good times in high school with Mark and Scott. My condolences and prayers to all the family.
January 18, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this most sorrowful time.
Bill and Dorothy Turney - Bunker Hill IL
January 18, 2017
It's my prayer that you all may find comfort, love and peace at this time of sorrow.
So sorry for your loss
Ramona Payne
Bunker Hill, IL
Mike and Phylis Cox
January 18, 2017
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, Fran. Bill was a wonderful friend and great leader. We will miss him and feel blessed for having known him.
Ed & Anita Heinemeier
January 18, 2017
Fran and family,
Please except our deepest sympathy in your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers during this difficult time.
Billie Bauer
January 18, 2017
My sympathy to all of the family. He was a wonderful teacher and coach.
Linda Battuello
January 18, 2017
Keeping you all in my prayers. So very sorry for your loss.
Annette Baker
January 18, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with you Mark and family. So sorry for your loss.
Bart and Annette Cox Baker.
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