Bruce Wayne Wilkinson

Wilkinson, Bruce

Pinckney, MI

His Legacy… Bruce Wayne Wilkinson, 71, passed away January 19, 2026. He was born on May 7, 1954, in Livonia, Michigan to Melvin Wilkinson and Leona (West) Wilkinson. Bruce married the love of his life, Denise Waldenmeyer on September 24, 1983, in Livonia, Michigan. Bruce began his career as a welder at U.S. Trailer, retiring after 30+ years. Bruce loved being outdoors hunting and fishing. He was a movie buff and had a big sweet tooth. Bruce enjoyed making people smile and laugh, especially children. Bruce was adored by his family and will be greatly missed.

His Family… Bruce will be missed by his wife, Denise Wilkinson; his children, Jipsie Wilkinson, Adam (Allison) Wilkinson, Heather (Kyle) Carlton; siblings, Sherry (Joe) LaFave, Scott Wilkinson; grandchildren, Amelia, Audrey, Kaden; niece, Dawn (Jim) Turner; and numerous other nieces and nephews and extended family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Leona Wilkinson; brother, Marvin Wilkinson; and sister, Helen Campbell.

His Farewell…Bruce’s family and friends will gather at a later date to be determined. Please leave a message of comfort for Bruce’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

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