Timothy Wilkinson

A rosary is scheduled 7 p.m. Monday, August 18, 2014, at the Ballard Funeral Home Chapel for Timothy Tim Paul Wilkinson, 76, of Roswell, who passed away Thursday, August 14, 2014 at home surrounded by his family. A funeral Mass is scheduled for 2 p.m. at Assumption Catholic Church. Father Joe Pacquing will officiate. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery with Veterans Honor. Timothy will lie in repose on Monday, August 18, 2014, from 5 p.m. thru the rosary.

Timothy was born on November 14, 1937, in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, to Dr. James Francis Wilkinson and Patricia Wilkinson. His parents preceded him in death. He was also predeceased by his wife, Gloria M. Wilkinson, a daughter, Carrie Hadsall, and three brothers, James Wilkinson, Jerome Jerry Wilkinson, and David Wilkinson.

On May 28, 1966 in Chicago, Illinois Tim married Gloria M. Pulley and her three daughters, Cindy, Christy and Carrie. Tim dedicated the rest of his life to protecting the happiness and wellbeing of his four girls.

Tim is survived by his daughters, Cindy K. Gazdik, and her husband, Terry, of Roswell, and Christy Jo Wilkinson, of Ruidoso his sister, Janet Snyder his brothers, Richard Dick Wilkinson, and wife, Mary, Halford Torch Wilkinson, Patrick Joseph PJ Wilkinson, and wife, Firth, and Maurice Robert MR Wilkinson.

Tim lived in Roswell for 34 years. Valuing a strong work ethic, Tim entered the work force as a paperboy. He was a hard worker and remained dedicated in whatever field he was in until his retirement in 2010 from Pecos Trails Transit. He was a member of Assumption Catholic Church. Tim was proud of his Irish heritage and was always willing to share its unique roots, culture, and history.

With a positive and uplifting attitude Tim never let anyone walk away without a smile on their face and laughter in their heart. With his nurturing spirit, good humor, and positive attitude, Tim made everyone feel valued and welcomed. Of special value to Tim, where his eight grandchildren, Julie Walls of Capitan, Ryan Burden of Roswell, Jessica McGuire of Roswell, Jeffrey Gazdik of Vicenza, Italy, Nathan Hadsall of San Antonio, Texas, Jason Gazdik of Artesia, Chet Wilkinson of Roswell, and Elliot Corn of Roswell. Seven greatgrandchildren: Gabriel, Alexandria, and Maddison Hayes of Alto, Jaylynn, Kaitlynn, and Brooklynn Burden of Roswell, and Colton Gazdik of Vicenza, Italy, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Tim left a distinctive impression on everyone he met. He often times doodled the popular illustration Kilroy was here on personal notes and letters. This popular illustration of a baldheaded man with a prominent nose peeking over a wall with its fingers of each hand clutching the wall will forever be associated with Tim by those who know and love him.

Not only was Tim known as Grandma Phalens favorite grandson, but he was fondly referred to as the brother with nine lives, as he was involved in various mishaps that only God could have seen him through. Tim was an accomplished, competitive ski jumper and a member of the Oconomowoc High School Ski Club. In addition to his many of his accomplishments, Tim was proud to serve his country as a United States Marine.

Tim had many hobbies, including, model trains, ski jumping, sail boating, deer hunting, drawing, and most importantly Tim had a special desire to help people.

Special thanks to Gentiva Hospice nurses and staff for the compassionate care and support to Tim and his family.

One of Tims favorite pieces of literature was the poem entitled, Irish Blessing.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Anonymous

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Senm Vets Transportation, 2114 W. 2nd St., Roswell, NM 88201.

Serving as pallbearers are Terry Gazdik, Ryan Burden, Jason Gazdik, Chet Wilkinson, Aaron McGuire and Jonathan Walls. Honorary pallbearers are Richard Wilkinson, Halford Wilkinson, Maurice Robert Wilkinson, Patrick Joseph Wilkinson, Jeffrey Gazdik and Elliot Corn.

Visitation

Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory
910 S. Main St.
Roswell, NM  88203
Monday, August 18, 2014
5:00 to 7:00 pm

Service

Rosary

Ballard Funeral Chapel
910 S. Main St.
Roswell, NM  88203
Monday, August 18, 2014
7:00 pm

Funeral Mass

Assumption Catholic Church
2808 N. Kentucky
Roswell, NM  88201
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
2:00 pm

Cemetery

South Park Cemetery
3101 S. Main St.
Roswell, NM  88203

Memorial Contributions

2114 W. 2nd St.
Roswell, NM  88201