Jerry Dee Wilkinson
January 13, 1934 - September 16, 2014
Jerry Dee Wilkinson was always the biggest man in the room, not just in stature, but in his commanding presence. Even at the age of 80, you knew it when he walked in the room. Respected and well-loved by everyone he met, he was often referred to as “Boss” or “Captain;” these terms of admiration and endearment followed him throughout his life. Jerry Wilkinson passed away Tuesday night, September 16, 2014, in Austin, TX, as his loved-ones stood around him in prayer. He was a man of fierce devotion to his family, and he was steadfast in his faith.
Born on January 13, 1934, in Box Church, Texas, Jerry was the eldest son to James and Hazel Wilkinson. Following him were his three younger sisters, Nelta, Patsy, and Francine. Growing up with three sisters, no doubt, played a role in cultivating his gentle spirit and charm. His family moved to Groesbeck, Texas, and finally settled in Premont, Texas, in 1944, where Jerry was a star athlete playing football, basketball, and track. He graduated high school in 1952 with an athletic scholarship to A&I University in Kingsville, Texas. In 1956, Jerry was drafted into the U.S. Army, and was stationed in Washington D.C. Soon his athletic abilities were discovered, and he was asked to play basketball and volleyball for the Army.
After completing his military duties, Jerry moved to California where he met and married Barbara Fleming, on September, 14, 1963. They raised four beautiful children: Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi. They moved all over the country from California, to Toccoa, Georgia, to Garland, Texas, then back again to California where they settled for a number of years while Jerry continued to pursue his dream of going into business for himself. He started his own drilling rig company, Spiradrill, in 1981. In 2004, Jerry set out in search of the perfect land to expand his ever-growing business, which ended up in Smithville, Texas; while he resided in Cedar Creek, Texas, until his passing.
Jerry and Barbara were very active in their church, First Evangelical Free Church, now called, Austin Oaks. Jerry modeled great diligence in his Christian faith through his numerous acts of generosity and kindness, which precede him, as he is remembered for his benevolence. Just like his father, James, Jerry would tell you that his greatest contribution and legacy was his fierce, unfaltering love for his family. Even through years of sickness that plagued him and his wife, he remained graceful and gregarious. He was a deeply loved father and husband who has inspired generations by living out his passions. He was true in faith, and unwavering in his love; these characteristics have touched everyone that has had the honor and the privilege of meeting him.
Jerry was the embodiment of love in action, as written in Roman 12:9-21: “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord. On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.’ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Jerry Wilkinson has gone before us to reunite with his Savior and Creator, his parents, James and Hazel, and his sister, Patsy. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his two sisters, Nelta Dayton, and Francine Sonnier; his four children, Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi; eleven grandchildren, Mitch, Hannah, Blair, Bailey, Chad, Joshua, Jessica, Jamie, Julia, Katie, and Connor; and six great-grandchildren, Brooke, Lyle, Lilian, Mason, Lydia, and Elijah; as well as many nieces and nephews who all love him greatly.
Viewing service will be held, Friday, September 19, 2014, from 6-8pm, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas. Funeral service, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 10am, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas; graveside service to follow at 4pm, at Faulkenberry Cemetery in Groesbeck, Texas.
Funeral arrangements provided by Harrell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please donate to www.alz.org/donate.
Jerry Dee Wilkinson, you are a beloved and cherished man, and you will be greatly missed. We love you Jerry, “Daddy,” “Papa.”
(Published by Harrell Funeral Home, September 18, 2014)
January 13, 1934 - September 16, 2014
Jerry Dee Wilkinson was always the biggest man in the room, not just in stature, but in his commanding presence. Even at the age of 80, you knew it when he walked in the room. Respected and well-loved by everyone he met, he was often referred to as “Boss” or “Captain;” these terms of admiration and endearment followed him throughout his life. Jerry Wilkinson passed away Tuesday night, September 16, 2014, in Austin, TX, as his loved-ones stood around him in prayer. He was a man of fierce devotion to his family, and he was steadfast in his faith.
Born on January 13, 1934, in Box Church, Texas, Jerry was the eldest son to James and Hazel Wilkinson. Following him were his three younger sisters, Nelta, Patsy, and Francine. Growing up with three sisters, no doubt, played a role in cultivating his gentle spirit and charm. His family moved to Groesbeck, Texas, and finally settled in Premont, Texas, in 1944, where Jerry was a star athlete playing football, basketball, and track. He graduated high school in 1952 with an athletic scholarship to A&I University in Kingsville, Texas. In 1956, Jerry was drafted into the U.S. Army, and was stationed in Washington D.C. Soon his athletic abilities were discovered, and he was asked to play basketball and volleyball for the Army.
After completing his military duties, Jerry moved to California where he met and married Barbara Fleming, on September, 14, 1963. They raised four beautiful children: Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi. They moved all over the country from California, to Toccoa, Georgia, to Garland, Texas, then back again to California where they settled for a number of years while Jerry continued to pursue his dream of going into business for himself. He started his own drilling rig company, Spiradrill, in 1981. In 2004, Jerry set out in search of the perfect land to expand his ever-growing business, which ended up in Smithville, Texas; while he resided in Cedar Creek, Texas, until his passing.
Jerry and Barbara were very active in their church, First Evangelical Free Church, now called, Austin Oaks. Jerry modeled great diligence in his Christian faith through his numerous acts of generosity and kindness, which precede him, as he is remembered for his benevolence. Just like his father, James, Jerry would tell you that his greatest contribution and legacy was his fierce, unfaltering love for his family. Even through years of sickness that plagued him and his wife, he remained graceful and gregarious. He was a deeply loved father and husband who has inspired generations by living out his passions. He was true in faith, and unwavering in his love; these characteristics have touched everyone that has had the honor and the privilege of meeting him.
Jerry was the embodiment of love in action, as written in Roman 12:9-21: “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord. On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.’ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Jerry Wilkinson has gone before us to reunite with his Savior and Creator, his parents, James and Hazel, and his sister, Patsy. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his two sisters, Nelta Dayton, and Francine Sonnier; his four children, Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi; eleven grandchildren, Mitch, Hannah, Blair, Bailey, Chad, Joshua, Jessica, Jamie, Julia, Katie, and Connor; and six great-grandchildren, Brooke, Lyle, Lilian, Mason, Lydia, and Elijah; as well as many nieces and nephews who all love him greatly.
Viewing service will be held, Friday, September 19, 2014, from 6-8pm, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas. Funeral service, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 10am, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas; graveside service to follow at 4pm, at Faulkenberry Cemetery in Groesbeck, Texas.
Funeral arrangements provided by Harrell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please donate to www.alz.org/donate.
Jerry Dee Wilkinson, you are a beloved and cherished man, and you will be greatly missed. We love you Jerry, “Daddy,” “Papa.”
(Published by Harrell Funeral Home, September 18, 2014)
Jerry Dee Wilkinson
January 13, 1934 - September 16, 2014
Jerry Dee Wilkinson was always the biggest man in the room, not just in stature, but in his commanding presence. Even at the age of 80, you knew it when he walked in the room. Respected and well-loved by everyone he met, he was often referred to as “Boss” or “Captain;” these terms of admiration and endearment followed him throughout his life. Jerry Wilkinson passed away Tuesday night, September 16, 2014, in Austin, TX, as his loved-ones stood around him in prayer. He was a man of fierce devotion to his family, and he was steadfast in his faith.
Born on January 13, 1934, in Box Church, Texas, Jerry was the eldest son to James and Hazel Wilkinson. Following him were his three younger sisters, Nelta, Patsy, and Francine. Growing up with three sisters, no doubt, played a role in cultivating his gentle spirit and charm. His family moved to Groesbeck, Texas, and finally settled in Premont, Texas, in 1944, where Jerry was a star athlete playing football, basketball, and track. He graduated high school in 1952 with an athletic scholarship to A&I University in Kingsville, Texas. In 1956, Jerry was drafted into the U.S. Army, and was stationed in Washington D.C. Soon his athletic abilities were discovered, and he was asked to play basketball and volleyball for the Army.
After completing his military duties, Jerry moved to California where he met and married Barbara Fleming, on September, 14, 1963. They raised four beautiful children: Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi. They moved all over the country from California, to Toccoa, Georgia, to Garland, Texas, then back again to California where they settled for a number of years while Jerry continued to pursue his dream of going into business for himself. He started his own drilling rig company, Spiradrill, in 1981. In 2004, Jerry set out in search of the perfect land to expand his ever-growing business, which ended up in Smithville, Texas; while he resided in Cedar Creek, Texas, until his passing.
Jerry and Barbara were very active in their church, First Evangelical Free Church, now called, Austin Oaks. Jerry modeled great diligence in his Christian faith through his numerous acts of generosity and kindness, which precede him, as he is remembered for his benevolence. Just like his father, James, Jerry would tell you that his greatest contribution and legacy was his fierce, unfaltering love for his family. Even through years of sickness that plagued him and his wife, he remained graceful and gregarious. He was a deeply loved father and husband who has inspired generations by living out his passions. He was true in faith, and unwavering in his love; these characteristics have touched everyone that has had the honor and the privilege of meeting him.
Jerry was the embodiment of love in action, as written in Roman 12:9-21: “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord. On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.’ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Jerry Wilkinson has gone before us to reunite with his Savior and Creator, his parents, James and Hazel, and his sister, Patsy. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his two sisters, Nelta Dayton, and Francine Sonnier; his four children, Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi; eleven grandchildren, Mitch, Hannah, Blair, Bailey, Chad, Joshua, Jessica, Jamie, Julia, Katie, and Connor; and six great-grandchildren, Brooke, Lyle, Lilian, Mason, Lydia, and Elijah; as well as many nieces and nephews who all love him greatly.
Viewing service will be held, Friday, September 19, 2014, from 6-8pm, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas. Funeral service, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 10am, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas; graveside service to follow at 4pm, at Faulkenberry Cemetery in Groesbeck, Texas.
Funeral arrangements provided by Harrell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please donate to www.alz.org/donate.
Jerry Dee Wilkinson, you are a beloved and cherished man, and you will be greatly missed. We love you Jerry, “Daddy,” “Papa.”
(Published by Harrell Funeral Home, September 18, 2014)
January 13, 1934 - September 16, 2014
Jerry Dee Wilkinson was always the biggest man in the room, not just in stature, but in his commanding presence. Even at the age of 80, you knew it when he walked in the room. Respected and well-loved by everyone he met, he was often referred to as “Boss” or “Captain;” these terms of admiration and endearment followed him throughout his life. Jerry Wilkinson passed away Tuesday night, September 16, 2014, in Austin, TX, as his loved-ones stood around him in prayer. He was a man of fierce devotion to his family, and he was steadfast in his faith.
Born on January 13, 1934, in Box Church, Texas, Jerry was the eldest son to James and Hazel Wilkinson. Following him were his three younger sisters, Nelta, Patsy, and Francine. Growing up with three sisters, no doubt, played a role in cultivating his gentle spirit and charm. His family moved to Groesbeck, Texas, and finally settled in Premont, Texas, in 1944, where Jerry was a star athlete playing football, basketball, and track. He graduated high school in 1952 with an athletic scholarship to A&I University in Kingsville, Texas. In 1956, Jerry was drafted into the U.S. Army, and was stationed in Washington D.C. Soon his athletic abilities were discovered, and he was asked to play basketball and volleyball for the Army.
After completing his military duties, Jerry moved to California where he met and married Barbara Fleming, on September, 14, 1963. They raised four beautiful children: Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi. They moved all over the country from California, to Toccoa, Georgia, to Garland, Texas, then back again to California where they settled for a number of years while Jerry continued to pursue his dream of going into business for himself. He started his own drilling rig company, Spiradrill, in 1981. In 2004, Jerry set out in search of the perfect land to expand his ever-growing business, which ended up in Smithville, Texas; while he resided in Cedar Creek, Texas, until his passing.
Jerry and Barbara were very active in their church, First Evangelical Free Church, now called, Austin Oaks. Jerry modeled great diligence in his Christian faith through his numerous acts of generosity and kindness, which precede him, as he is remembered for his benevolence. Just like his father, James, Jerry would tell you that his greatest contribution and legacy was his fierce, unfaltering love for his family. Even through years of sickness that plagued him and his wife, he remained graceful and gregarious. He was a deeply loved father and husband who has inspired generations by living out his passions. He was true in faith, and unwavering in his love; these characteristics have touched everyone that has had the honor and the privilege of meeting him.
Jerry was the embodiment of love in action, as written in Roman 12:9-21: “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord. On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.’ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Jerry Wilkinson has gone before us to reunite with his Savior and Creator, his parents, James and Hazel, and his sister, Patsy. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; his two sisters, Nelta Dayton, and Francine Sonnier; his four children, Debbie, Mitch, Chip, and Cyndi; eleven grandchildren, Mitch, Hannah, Blair, Bailey, Chad, Joshua, Jessica, Jamie, Julia, Katie, and Connor; and six great-grandchildren, Brooke, Lyle, Lilian, Mason, Lydia, and Elijah; as well as many nieces and nephews who all love him greatly.
Viewing service will be held, Friday, September 19, 2014, from 6-8pm, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas. Funeral service, Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 10am, at Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas; graveside service to follow at 4pm, at Faulkenberry Cemetery in Groesbeck, Texas.
Funeral arrangements provided by Harrell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please donate to www.alz.org/donate.
Jerry Dee Wilkinson, you are a beloved and cherished man, and you will be greatly missed. We love you Jerry, “Daddy,” “Papa.”
(Published by Harrell Funeral Home, September 18, 2014)
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