Robert Mouzon Wilkinson

HICKORY-Robert Mouzon Wilkinson, 85, of Statesville formerly of Hickory went home to be with his Lord and his wife and son on November 28, 2014.

Born on March 14, 1929 in Cabarrus County, he was the son of the late Guy Lattimore and Annie Louise Wilkinson. Robert was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He took great joy in raising ducks and chickens on his property and spending time with his family in Plateau. Among his many achievements in life he was president of the Jaycees in Warrenton, VA and an active member of Plateau United Methodist Church. Robert will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and his cat Sassy.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Ramona Wilkinson, son, William Guy Wilkinson, daughter-in-law, Denise Wilkinson, brothers, Guy and Paul Wilkinson, and sisters, Louise Scronce, Virginia Scronce, and Eupha McGalliard.

Survivors include, daughter, Sheila Wnuk and husband John of Jamison, PA; son, Randy Wilkinson of Angier, NC; grandchildren, Tatia Prieto (Andres) of Huntersville, Lisa Gentilucci (Duane) of Irmo, SC, Haley Brake (DJ) of Fort Benning, GA, Chloe Wilkinson of Yuba City, CA, Alexis Wnuk of Bethesda, MD; great-grandchildren, Reagan, Lucas, Carter, Kiley, Olivia, and Charlotte; and sisters, Ruth Anne Livengood and Elizabeth Mize.

A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2014 at 2 PM at Plateau United Methodist Church in Vale with Pastor Bobby Petree officiating. Burial will be private.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1 -2 PM at the church.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the local animal Humane Society or Plateau United Methodist Church, 3315 Scronce Rd, Vale, NC 28168.

Condolences may be left at www.catawbamemorialpark.com.

Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations are providing professional services to the Wilkinson Family.