Ronald Wilkerson

Passed 04/03/2021

Obituary For Ronald Wilkerson

A TIME TO BE BORN Ronald O. Wilkerson, the son of the late Thomas D. Wilkerson, Sr., and the late Lona A. Miller Wilkerson was born on Saturday, July 17, 1954 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

A TIME TO LEARN AND WORK: Ronnie as he was affectionally called by family and friends, received his formal education in the Harrisburg Public School District, graduating from John Harris in 1973. During his working career, Ronnie worked for the Harrisburg School District Special Education Department and retired from Keystone Human Services as a program supervisor after 23 years of dedicated service.

A TIME TO ENJOY LIFE: Ronnie was a loving and generous brother and uncle. He loved spending time with his friends and family, especially his nieces and nephews, whom he teased often. Ronnie always left a lasting impression on everyone he met. In his leisure he loved traveling and buying fine clothes and enjoying the finer things in life..

A TIME TO DIE: On Saturday, April 3, 2021 at UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg Hospital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Ronnie completed his earthly journey and entered the eternal rest of Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

A TIME TO MOURN: In addition to his parents, Ronnie was preceded in death by his two grandmothers, Susan J. Wilkerson and Ruth Miller; his brother, Thomas D. Wilkerson, Jr.; his nephew, Adam Wilkerson; his two sisters- in- law, Judith Wilkerson and Shirley Wilkerson. Ronnie leaves to celebrate his life and love; his three brothers, Terrence Wilkerson, Melvin Wilkerson (Sandra), Thomas D. Wilkerson; his two sisters. Debra S. Wilkerson and Debra Childs-Jordon (John); his two nephews, Thomas D. Wilkerson III, and Kevin R, Wilkerson; his four nieces, Shawna Slaughter (Brian), Shannon Brown (Andre), Indya LaRowe (Aaron), Adrienne Wilkerson.; his two goddaughters, Brooklynn Slaughter and Neteasha Knisley and a host of great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends. Despite Ronnie’s departure to eternal life, memories of him and his loving spirit will be cherished for lifetimes to come.

Due to COVID Restrictions a public viewing will be held Monday, April 12th,2021 from 9AM-10:30 AM. Followed by a private memorial service for family and close friends only. The memorial service will also be live streamed on the funeral home’s YouTube channel



Guest Book

My heartfelt condolences to the family so sorry to hear about the passing of Ronnie, many many memories. Toby Clark

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Prayers and my deepest condolences. RGFrances Waters

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MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE WILKERSON FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF NEED

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Iam sending my most sincere condolences to your family. Ronnie was truly a wonderful person and a dear friend,he will be missed by many.

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Debra & Family: We the People's Community Baptist Church extend a heartfelt sympathy to you and family. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Love & Prayers, Dec. Kermit & Rev. Thames People's Community Baptist Church

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I would like to express my deepest condolences to the loved ones of Ronnie. He was a kind soul, and I pray for him and all that have known and loved him. Prayers of peace.

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To the family of Ronnie, I'm sorry to hear of your loss of Brother Ronnie. My heart goes out to you and family who loved him dearly, Ronnie was a beautiful, kind, dress to kill and smile that you never forget person. Yes we loss a special classmate and friend. My thoughts & prayers are with you in this time of grief and wish you peace.. Love always Bernita (Needie Jones) Tyson

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I want to send my love and Condolences and prayers to the Wilkerson Family you are in my heart.Ronnie is at peace now and that should bring some comfort to you. We all will miss the way he made us laugh and smile. Love you all Katherine Watson.

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Debbie, Melvin & Family: My Prayers and Condolences are with you. Ecclessiastes Chapter 3 speaks of A Time to be born. Ronnie and I shared that date July 17. Every year on that day I always says Happy Birthday Ronnie. There are so many special memories from 16th street through graduation class of 73". As we CELEBRATE his HOMEGOING may all of the memories bring comfort to everyone. May God Bless and keep all who knew and Loved Ronnie. A Friend for Life, Rosemary Bolen-Payne

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Cousins,We would like to extend our Condolences due to the transition of your brother Ronnie. His smile and Miller sense of humor will be missed by all.God Bless and lots of love . Punkin and Marcia

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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