Mr Richard "Ricky" A. Wilkinson

EULOGY FOR RICHARD ALLEN WILKINSON Richard Allen Wilkinson was born on May 27, 1951, in Memphis, Tennessee, to R.W. and Dorothy Mae Wilkinson. He passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Ricky was one of eight children. He spent his early childhood in Memphis before his family moved to Edinburg, Mississippi, where he attended Edinburg School. Around the age of 17, Ricky began working for Bullock Construction. Through years of hard work, determination, and leadership, he worked his way up to General Superintendent. During his career, he oversaw the construction of McDonald's restaurants, Mazzio's Pizza locations, and service stations throughout the United States. In 1989, Ricky and his wife, Lana, took a leap of faith and went into business together. They purchased a Dairy Queen franchise and founded Wilkinson Construction Company. Richard continued managing the construction side of the business until his retirement in September 2016. On March 8, 1974, Ricky married the love of his life, Lana Dean Savell. Together they built a life centered on love, family, and hard work, sharing 52 wonderful years of marriage. Together they welcomed three children: Kristy Melody, Richard Nicholas, and Kristopher Allen, and was stepfather to Timothy Rogers. Even after retiring, Ricky never really slowed down. He was known as a hard worker and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He especially enjoyed helping his son, Kris, with his tree business whenever he could. If there was work to be done, Ricky wanted to be there watching over Kris making sure he didn't mess it up. When he wasn't working, Ricky loved being outdoors. He enjoyed camping with family and friends, riding Jet Skis, spending time on his pontoon boat, and taking motorcycle rides with his son and pastor. Ricky was preceded in death by his parents, R.W. and Dorothy Mae Wilkinson; his son, Richard Nicholas Wilkinson; his stepson, Timothy Rogers; his brother, Tim Wilkinson; and his sisters, Cynthia, Cathy, and Judy. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 52 years, Lana Dean Wilkinson; his daughter, Kristy Smith and her husband, Carlous; his son, Kristopher Allen Wilkinson (Kelly); his cherished grandchildren, Richard Smith, Katie Smith, Lane Wilkinson, McKenzie Smith, and Tyler Smith; his brother, David Wilkinson and his wife, Ruth; his sister, Becky Kemp, who was preceded in death by her husband, Joe; his sister, Robin Carter and her husband, Johnny; along with many nieces, nephews, extended Visitation was 5 pm until 8 pm Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Wilcox Funeral Home. Services were 10 am at on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026 in the Wilcox Chapel with Bro Shane Wilkinson and Carlous Smith officiating. Interment was in Sunrise Cemetery.

Mr Richard "Ricky" A. Wilkinson

May 27, 1951 - August 2, 2026

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