Richard N. Wilkinson, 48, of Cochranville, died Friday July 11, at his home. He was the longtime companion of Sharon M Ciatteo with whom he shared a 13-year relationship.
Born in Havre de Grace, Md., he was a son of the late James Ira and the late Mary (Spragg) Wilkinson.
Richard was a heavy equipment operator and for many years he owned his own landscaping company, which he loved. In recent years he worked for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
In his early years he was very involved in the drum and bugle corps. He was an accomplished drummer and enjoyed playing with several bands during the course of his life. He enjoyed bowling, driving various tractors and he always wanted a large wooden boat. He was like Dr. Doolittle. All animals loved him, especially his dog Bella. He volunteered for Avondale Fire Company for many years. Most of all, he will be remembered as a kind and gentle man who care deeply for his friends and family.
Survivors include in addition to Sharon, one son, Zachary Ciatteo of Cochranville; three daughters, Erika Wilkinson of Oxford, Tabitha Kauffman (Rob) and Victoria Ciatteo both of Cochranville; two brothers, John Wilkinson (Beth) of West Grove, and David Wilkinson (Lynn) of Glouchester, Va. He was predeceased by two brothers, Joseph and Robert.
You are invited to visit with Richard’s family and friends from 9-11 a.m. Thursday July 17, at Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home (610-444-4116) 250 W. State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348. His life celebration funeral service will follow at 11. Interment will be held at a later date. Contributions in his memory may be made to Muscular Dystrophy P.O. Box 78960 Phoenix, AZ 85062 or American Cancer Society 1626 Locust St. Philadelphia, PA 19103. To share a memory with Richard’s family, please visit www.griecocares.com
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