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Donald Wilkinson Obituary

Donald Edward Wilkinson, Jr. N. CHARLESTON - Donald Edward Wilkinson, Jr., 60 years old, of North Charleston, SC, passed away on April 25, 2015, at Trident Hospital surrounded by his family. The celebration of his life will be held at New Covenant Church of God, 2801 Ashley Phosphate Rd., N. Chas., SC 29418 at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2015. After the service the visitation will be held at Wescott Park 9006 Dorchester Rd., N. Chas., SC 29420. Donny was born in Greer, SC on January 13, 1955, a son of Martha Wilkinson and the late Donald E. Wilkinson, Sr. Donny worked as an educator and newspaper writer. He enjoyed producing pageants and coaching. He also was actively involved in the Lymphedema foundation created in his honor called Walk for Donny 2014 and the day before the 2nd annual Walk 2015, he passed. Donny is also survived by his brother, Kenny Wilkinson (Patrice), sisters Vicki Chamberlain (Sonny) and Teresa Denaux (Sparky), and his aunt Naomi Palmer, the proud uncle of Tony Wilkinson, Jr., Kim and Mike Jackson, Kerri Wilkinson, Curtis and Heather Chamberlain, Brett and Bryce Denaux as well as a Great Uncle to Blain, Kobe, Kannan, and Grace. Donny is preceded in death by his father, his brother, Tony Wilkinson, and his grandparents. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 29 to Apr. 30, 2015.

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Joan Bechtol

May 1, 2015

A friend to all who knew him, he will be missed. Heaven gained a true Angel. May God wrap His arms of comfort around family and loved ones.

Gloria Wilson

May 1, 2015

Donny, You will certainly be missed!!! <3

LoAnn Blanchette

May 1, 2015

So sorry to hear of Donny death. He was a true friend to many. He shared so many kind words with me and lots of other. Donny you will be missed by myself and many others.

Que-Anh Doyle Cooney

April 30, 2015

My condolences to Donny's loved ones. He will be missed. I'll always remember his wonderful sense of humor, how much he motivated me as a cheerleader, and his dedication to helping so many young people. Heaven has gained another angel.

Stephanie and Wayne Barron

April 30, 2015

Donny, you will be so missed by so many. Your love for others knew no bounds. I pray peace for your family and I know you are in the mighty arms of God. We love you and there is a big hole in our hearts now that you are gone.

Karen Cabe Gibson

April 30, 2015

My condolences to the Wilkinson family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your memories will help you get through this sad time.

Lynn & Richard Stanley

April 30, 2015

Coach, Teacher, Mentor, Confidant, Friend! You were all of these and more. Your positive and loving influence helped make our Daughter, Tami, the wonderful human being she is today. We are blessed to have known you and called you friend. You are forever in our hearts. Rest in Peace! Love you Donny
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Wilkinson family.

Connie and Cliff Cox

April 30, 2015

So sorry to hear about Donnie. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Duane Beach-Barrow

April 30, 2015

Donny - thank you for all the smiles, laughs and good memories that you gave to me and so many others. Your friendship was something that I cherish. May God take you to your rest in His loving arms.

Thomas Bennett

April 30, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Wilkinson Family. I played little league baseball with Donnie and Kenney many years ago. God Bless You and Keep You!

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