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Jerelda Lynell Wilkinson
March 4, 2014
Jerelda Lynell Wilkinson, 66, of Cantonment, began breathing freely in heaven on March 2, 2014. She was born December 27, 1947, in Waycross, GA to Reverend William Edward Martin and Alice Mae Wildes. Along with them, her sisters Doris Garrett and Betty Thomas (Beryl) welcomed her home. She is survived by her sister Marjorie Weathers (EJ).
She was married to Frank P. Wilkinson on September 1, 1995 in Bay Minette and they resided in Cantonment. She was the daughter of a Church of God of Prophecy minister and like a tree planted by the water, she remained unmoved. In her final days she worshipped at Church in the House. As a business owner of Plaza Beauty Salon, for many years she made Cantonment beautiful.
She is survived by her children, Iwana Burleson Bruns of Cantonment, Angela Burleson Browning of Pensacola and Brandi Neal (Randy) of Cantonment; grandchildren Ben “Benbo” Browning, Rachel Browning, Amber Neal, Caroline Bruns, and Hannah Neal.
She is also preceded in death by her beloved four-legged children, Cheyenne and Rebel.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 6, 2014, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 7, 2014, at Faith Chapel North. Pastor Jerry Fleming will officiate.
She will be laid to rest at Cottage Hill Community Center.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
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17 Responses to “Jerelda Lynell Wilkinson”
She was the most kind hearted and gracious lady you’ll ever have the pleasure of knowing. She had so much style and class I will dearly miss her. She was my best friends Mom and from the day I came into her front door she treated me as if I was her own daughter. She did so much for me and always always boosted my self esteem. She had a way of making you feel like you were the most beautiful special person in the world. She could out do anyone when it came to hair because she knew your personality and what looked good on you without even knowing you. She is the only one I’ve ever sat down in the chair and said do what you think will look good when it came to my hair.
I know she made so many people feel the same way as she made me feel and there’s not nearly enough in the world like her. She absolutely lit the room up when she entered. I wish God could have done without his angel a little longer.
My deepest sympathy to Iwana, Angela, Brandi, Ben, Rachel, Amber, Caroline, Hannah and Mr. Frank on the loss of a wonderful mama, grandmother, wife, aunt, and dear friend! Heaven is sure rejoicing now that Jerelda Wilkinson has entered Gods Mighty kingdom above. Until we all meet again, may The Lord welcome you home with open arms with his never ending love.
Our thoughts and prayers and with you during this difficult. It’s been a long time but we have some fond memories of her and your family.
You were an amazing person i loved it when we would see each other you would grab me give me a big ole hug and kiss my cheek! You were filled with so much life and love everyone around you knew what a sweet person you were. Im glad i was able to spend Thanksgiving with you it was a memorable one. Theres no such thing as dying you just went home. Love you and one day I will see you again.
And he said to him ,”Truly, I say to you today you will be with me In Paradise. “
I love and miss you so much grandma!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Iwana, Caroline and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.
“Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory comfort you tomorrow.”
May God bless you and keep you in his care, now and in the days to come.
Carla Russell
Our dear friend, Jerelda. We will miss you, for you brought happiness, laughter and joy into our lives. You were always there to help us anytime we needed you! We were so blessed to have had you in our lives! Words can never express how much we will miss you, but we will never forget you. Thank you from our hearts and soul for being the type of neighbor we could always depend on! You will be greatly missed!
Love, Tom and Sylvia
Auntie Jerelda for you,
“Family Chain”
We little knew that morning,
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved your dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
You did not go alone,
For part of us went with you,
the day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide
And though we cannot see you,
You are always by our side.
Our family chain is broken
And nothing seems the same
But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again.
I will always be thinking of you, miss you
beautiful!
I miss you Grandma! I love you!! And I cant wait to see you again!
Mrs. Jerelda and I new each other for a short time but, I have never meet such a kind loving person. she and I shared a love my Grandson Zachery Gainey. She was always at his Birthday partys. and always brightened up the room. R.I P sweet Lady. see you again soon.
Mrs. Jerelda was a kind spirit lady I new a short time but,she new how to brighten up a room. She loved my grandson Zachery Gainey. She was always there for his Birthday partys. R.I.P sweet lady cant wait to see you again.
Aunt Jerelda or better said by me as “Aunt Jawelda”. We sure had many laughs about that and I will miss that laughter, as well as miss you. You and I have always loved each other and enjoyed our times together. You were a ray of sunshine and joy to all that knew you. I rejoice with you today, as you spend your days with Jesus, Betty, Doris and free of any sickness or pain. I forever will love you and miss you. I am glad I got to recently see you at Shane’s store and laugh with you again, hug you and tell you once again how much I loved you. You will always hold a special spot in my heart!!!! My life was enriched in knowing you beautiful Aunt. Give Jesus and Betty a hug for me. I love you!!!
To hard except. R.I.P my friend
Terrible loss, love you.
Mrs. Jerelda was a lovely woman that I was lucky enough to have the pleasure to meet because of her sweet daughter Brandi married my uncle Randy and became my aunt. Mrs. Jerelda was always so kind and caring she always had a way of brightening up a room. I am so happy I got to spend this past Thanksgiving with her memories I will cherish. Rest in Peace Mrs. Jerelda you will be missed!
I miss you mommy!