James P. Wilkins, Jr., 80, of Oxford, PA was sent home to heaven unexpectedly on Tuesday July 11, 2023. James was born in Norfolk, VA. on August 14, 1942. He was the son of the late James P. Wilkins, Sr. and Annie Bell Wilkins. He spent much of his youth in Rocky Mount, North Carolina and graduated from Conetoe High School in 1960. James was drafted into the United States Army in 1963 and became a part of the Advanced Infantry. In 1965 he served in the Vietnam War. His time in Vietnam was spent in combat. He was part of the 1st Infantry Division as a gunner on a helicopter. After returning from Vietnam, he spent 2 years in the Active Reserves and 2 years in the Inactive Reserves, returning to civilian life in 1970. James was employed by NVF Steel Company out of Kennett Square, PA for almost 40 years before retiring in 2005. James enjoyed playing competitive adult softball for his company team and other local leagues.
James always made time to support his family. He could be found cheering on his boys at their sporting events whether it be basketball, football, baseball, or tennis. He was an assistant coach for many years in baseball, coaching his sons in Oxford Little League. James loved sports, especially football. Those who know him well, know that he was devoted Dallas Cowboys Fan. James is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Rosetta (McKim) Wilkins; their three sons, Christopher Wilkins of Oxford, PA (Brittany), LaMar “Tippy” Wilkins of Coatesville, PA (Jami), and Michael Wilkins of El Paso, Texas; his 12 grandchildren; and a host of sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. He was predeceased by his son, James P. Wilkins, III of Coatesville, PA; two grandsons, Jonathan and Dominic Wilkins of Coatesville, PA; and his brother, Archie Wilkins of Norfolk Virginia James will be remembered by all the love and good times he shared with his family and friends. There are no words that can express how much James will be missed. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 AM, Friday July 21, 2023, at Christ Community Fellowship, 356 Chatham Road, West Grove, PA 19390, where friends and family may visit from 9:00 AM – 11: 00 AM. Internment at Union Cemetery, Kirkwood, Pa. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. Oxford, PA. On-line condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com. Comments are closed.
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