Gary Eldon Wilkinson of Camdenton, MO, formerly of Liberty, MO, passed away on March 10, 2024 at the age of 89. Gary was born on November 8, 1934 in St. Joseph, MO to parents Mr. Ralph Waldo Wilkinson and Mrs. Sarah Margaret (Tate) Wilkinson. He spent his early life in St. Joseph where he graduated from Central High School in 1952. Upon graduation he immediately joined the Air Force and then served in the Air National Guard until 1959.
In March of 1987 he married the love of his life Jeanne Wilkinson and they lived in St. Joseph, MO, Bella Vista, AR, Liberty, MO and most recently at the Lake of the Ozarks.
Gary worked a number of jobs during his life, including Quaker Oats as an Electrical Engineer, Purchasing Agent for a newspaper in Bella Vista, and as operator of a small business.
He very much enjoyed helping others who were in need and spent a number of years repairing appliances and TVs for friends and family and delivering Meals on Wheels with Jeanne. He was a devoted member of churches in the communities where he and Jeanne lived. Gary had a great love for family, his German Shepherds Hanz, Annie and Nicky, good food, trains, and traveling.
In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his sister, Mrs. Margot L. Rogers.
Gary is survived by his loving and devoted wife Jeanne, step-children Dave Goerke (Sherry). Leesa Nichols (Nick), and Doug Goerke (Heather). He also leaves his nieces, Amy Armistead (Trey) and Sara Bodnar (Scott) as well as a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-nieces and nephews. In addition, Gary was also a longtime father figure to Mr. Gary K. Ramsey.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service. Contributions in his memory can be made to Meals on Wheels or your favorite charity. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.
