Bobby Edward Wilkerson

Bobby Edward Wilkerson was born on July 21, 1966 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Ed and Margie Grimes Wilkerson. On October 17, 1987, he was united in marriage to Becky Ann DeShazier, who survives.

Mr. Wilkerson worked as a sprayer and installer for American Food Service and had previously worked for Parris Manufacturing. Bobby was of the Baptist Faith and enjoyed camping, fishing, and listening to music.

Bobby Wilkerson departed this life on April 25, 2016 at the age of 49 years, 9 months, and 4 days.

He is survived by his wife, Becky Wilkerson of Savannah, Tennessee; 8 children, Cynthia Franks, Tamra Wilkerson, Bobby Wilkerson, Kristen Franks, Brandon Franks, Rex Franks, Jr., Andy Franks, and Misty Franks all of Savannah, Tennessee; 4 siblings, Sandra DeShazier, Virginia Stricklin, and Jimmy Wilkerson all of Savannah, Tennessee and Wendy Wheeler of Michie, Tennessee; and 6 grandchildren and 1 on the way.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Wilkerson; brother, James Carroll Wilkerson; and special friend, Dolly Franks.