James Wilkins' Obituary
Obituary
James R Wilkins Jr was born June 16, 1943 in Newark, New Jersey. He was the eldest of his three siblings born to James and Addie Wilkins.
James graduated from Central High School and later attended Newark College of Engineering where he received his Associates Degree in mechanical engineering.
He served in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged with a Good Conduct Medal and an Air Force Longevity Service Award.
James’ working career started at Westinghouse Electric Corp in Newark, N J and later was transferred to Coral Springs, Florida with the company. He was a Supervisor and worked for the company for over thirty seven years.
To mourn his passing he is leaving his loving wife of forty five years, Sheila D Wilkins, 4 Sons; James T Wilkins, Kyle D Wilkins, Benjamin A Wilkins and Cameron N Wilkins 3 Granddaughters; Natasha R Wilkins, Kyleah D Wilkins, Jakyla S Wilkins. 1 Great Grandson; Zion Wilkins, Stepdaughter Cheryl Wing, Daughter-In-Law Tequita Wilkins, Brother-In-Law Steven T Sykes. Also a host of nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.
The family of James R Wilkins Jr would like to extend their heartfelt thanks for the many comforting messages, prayers and many other expressions of kindness and concern.
Revelation 21:4
And God shall wipe all tears from their eyes; and there shall no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away.
My Dear James,
I have lost my parents and other loved ones, but losing you on December 9th was like no other sorrow I have ever experienced before. Words can’t express how much I miss you.
In all the years we were together you hardly raised your voice or became upset about anything. Always a smile and the willingness to give a helping hand to someone in need. You were a good husband and father who helped raise four well adjusted and intelligent sons.
I will always cherish the beautiful memories and the wonderful times we spent traveling and being together.
A person is fortunate and blessed to have that one true Love in their lifetime; you were mine.
Love always, Sheila
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