James "Dick" Wilkerson

January 15, 1938 - October 4, 2017

James R. "Dick" Wilkerson was received into Heaven on October 4, 2017. Dick was born on January 15, 1938 in Pine Bluff, the son of R.H. and Pearl Keeley Wilkerson. Dick proudly served his country in the United States Navy and Army Reserves. He was a deacon, Sunday school teacher, and prayer partner with our pastor, John. He was a mechanical engineer, pilot and Properties Director at First Baptist Church. His strongest desire was to see others come to know the Lord. He is survived by his wife, Dot Wilkerson; son, Wade Wilkerson and daughter-in-law, Deborah; and two grandchildren, Jackson and Claire. He is also survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Lou and Sandy and David and Mitzie; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Ruth and Klee Hawkins and Mary and Tom Bolton; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. His wishes were to give his body to Medical Education and Research Institution-Genesis. Family will receive guests at 9:00 AM Saturday, October 14, 2017 at First Baptist Church. A celebration of life will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday October 14, 2017 at First Baptist Church with Pastor John McCallum officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund.