Jimmy Grant Wilkerson

Jimmy Grant Wilkerson, 86, of Covington, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Sacred Journey Hospice in McDonough. He was born in McDonough to Walter P. and Georgia Cawthon Wilkerson. Jimmy was a loving husband of 66 years, father, granddaddy, and a friend to many. He enjoyed traveling, camping, gardening, and spending time with his grandchildren. Jimmy loved going to church and volunteering for church activities and community outreach programs. He worked for Georgia Power for more than 35 years and was an active member of the Georgia Power Ambassadors. Jimmy was greatly loved and will be deeply missed by all. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Donald Wilkerson, and siblings, Jay, Dorsey “Dutch”, LaFaton, Pebble and Jeanette. His survivors include his loving wife Mary Seabolt Wilkerson; son and daughter-in-law, David and Dawn Wilkerson, daughter and son-in-law, Renee and Dwayne Morgan; grandchildren, Jeff and Courtney Wilkerson, Jared and Erica Wilkerson, and Joshua and Nicole Morgan; great grandchildren, Salem, Shiloh, Judah, Jasper, Everhett, Ruby, Avery, Brooks, Autumn and Hudson; numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family members; along with dear friend and caregiver, Michelle Connell. A Graveside Inurnment Service will be held Sunday, April 18, 2021 at 2 pm at County Line Baptist Church Cemetery, 3325 GA-162, Covington, GA 30016 with Pastor Mike Franklin officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Horizon. Mail donations to: SJH Foundation, 138 Peach Drive, McDonough, GA 30253 (please notate the donation is for Camp Horizon). Or donations may be made to the Willing Helpers Clinic in Covington, at www.willinghelpersclinic.com/how-to-help. Due to the current COVID-19 regulations, our staff is committed to taking care of our guests and families that we serve. Please understand we will be following the State’s COVID guidelines. We ask all guests and family members attending services to please wear a mask and practice social distancing for the safety of the staff and family. Those who are unable to attend we understand and appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Condolences may be sent to www.wheelerfuneralhome.com.