Birth date: Jun 19, 1944 Death date: Feb 24, 2020
Mr. Donald Jackson Wilkinson, 75, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020, in Salisbury. A funeral service is scheduled for 2:00 pm Thursday, February 27, 2020, at Lady's Funeral Home Chapel. Chaplain Chris Henson will officiate. T Read Obituary
Casey really loved his papa Don and Don loved him. I still have a winnie the poo that Don gave to Casey 28 years ago.
A good man, friend, fellow scout and fellow member of Mt. Olivet Methodist Church.
He was my friend, and I don't have many friends. A simple man who never tried to be anybody but just Donnie and that's why I loved him. Many, many, memories and I cherish each and every one of them, especially the one when he told me he asked The Lord to save him. Not only did that give him an eternal home but it gives me peace as well. I couldn't express my heart at the funeral or grave site because I knew I was at the threshold of breaking down but I am only a phone call away, Donnie knew that, and if I can ever be of help please give me a call. My tears are for you' all.
Nicole, Bubba, and Tangy (I hope the spelling is correct). Your dad was part of our family, and has been around all of my life. While I was growing up he would frequently stop by our house just to chat or help my dad out on project. I only have good memories of your dad, and I know he was a hard worker and always had a joke to tell or was cutting up. Donnie was one of those people who didn’t try to be anything but himself. He was just Donnie. He didn’t require any limelight or try to call any special attention to himself. One of those people who don’t stand out in a crowd, but are sorely missed when they are taken from us. I wanted to write this and hope that you will all get to read it because when I left the grave site I was just trying to get to my truck without breaking down......I knew I couldn’t try to talk or I would “lose it”, so I hugged Nicole and left - so I am trying to say now what I couldn’t then. I am glad your dad was part of our family and he leaves a great legacy-each one of you! I pray the Lord comforts each of you as only He can do!
Patrick Shealy
Nicole and Bubba, so sorry to hear about your dad passing. I have fond memories of him, he was always smiling, always telling a joke...... but mostly he was so interesting to talk to. He was an awesome carpenter and I have a beautiful deck to remind me of him. He was such a kind man, always willing to help , I remember seeing him in the hospital last year and he showed me his drawings, he was quite the artist. Thinking of you both as you get thru this difficult time.............................. Mo
I was so sorry to learn of Donny's passing. He was a gentle soul. I have fond memories of going with Jr. & Mom to pick up one of the delicious BBQ shoulders that he cooked at Christmas time. I know the Lord has welcomed him home.
