BORN

1935

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Berry Highland South

9010 Simpson Rd

Knoxville, Tennessee

Carl Wilkerson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 14, 2017.

Carl Wilkerson, Jr., age 82, of Seymour went to his Heavenly home on September 13, 2017. He was a dedicated man to his family, friends, and the customers he served. He was a Master Mason of the Charles McKinney Blue Lodge. Carl partnered with Herman Goddard for over a 20 year period in stock car racing and then started his own business of Quality Wiping Rags for 22 years. He enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter, Suzanna and great granddaughter, Karli Rhea. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl Wilkerson, Sr. and Effie Free Wilkerson. Survivors included his loving wife of 18 years, Sue Wilkerson; son, Ray ‘Cotton” and wife Lyn; granddaughter, Suzanna Marshall and husband Cade; great granddaughter, Karli Rhea; brothers, Ray Wilkerson and Gordon Wilkerson; sister, Becky Cathey and husband Donnie. The family will receive friends Sunday, September 17th, from 3-5 p.m. with funeral service to follow at Berry Highland South Funeral Home, 9010 E. Simpson Road, Knoxville, TN 37920. Condolences may be offered at www.berryhighlandsouth.com

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September 16, 2017

Carmen McDaniel

Dear Cotton and Wanda, I will always remember all the fun times we had doing anything and everything together. These were the best of times. May God give you comfort, peace and beautiful memories during your time of grief. I loved Carl and I love both of you. You and your mom have always been so good to me and I will always be grateful for your loving friendship. God truly blessed me with your family.

September 16, 2017

Leonard Landis

To Carl's Family,

I am very sorry to hear of his passing. God bless and comfort you all.

September 16, 2017

Tony and Nicole Watson

I'll always remember how Carl and my dad would sit under a shade tree and talk and laugh. We love and miss you Carl.

September 15, 2017

Becky Cathey

We will cherish the memories we shared and all the laughter. You will always be in our hearts. You were a great brother and brother in law. We will miss you dearly. We love you. Becky and Donnie

September 14, 2017

We will cherish the memories we have, we love you and will miss you forever, May you Rest In Peace Love Sarah, Joel, Joey, Tina, and Tim

September 14, 2017

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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