Kenneth Wilkerson

Kenneth (Ken) Wilkerson, 82, was born on November 15, 1938. He went to his heavenly home July 4, 2021. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Richard & Zelna Wilkerson, a sister, Gloria Anderson, and stepson, Troy Barker. Ken is survived by the love of his life Sandy P. Wilkerson; Sons Steve Wilkerson wife Tambra of Augusta, GA Randy Wilkerson & wife Karin of Beech Island, SC Stepson Tony Barker, Danville, VA Stepsons Mike Pyrtle, wife Cindy, of Axton, VA & Dee Pyrtle, wife Lisa, of Danville; Sisters Joan Haley, Diane Crumpton, and Bonnie Ross; Brother Allen Wilkerson; 14 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Ken served in the United States Navy from 1955-1959. He worked at the United States post office for 13 years, Blackwell Motor Co. for 23 years, and Woodall Auto for 9 years. He considered himself to be a lucky man and enjoyed his life. Ken has been a faithful member of the Tabernacle since 1998. He loved his church and church family. A service will be at The Tabernacle on Thursday July 8th at 2:00pm with Rev. Danny Campbell and Rev. Freddy Vicks officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 12:30 -1:30pm. Interment will be at Danville Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations can be made to the Ringgold Fire Department at 3880 Tom Fork Rd, Ringgold, VA 24586 or God's Pit Crew at 2499 N Main St Danville, VA 24540.