Richard Wilkinson

Wilkinson, Richard

Howell, Michigan

His Legacy… Richard Allan Wilkinson, “Tiger”, 88, passed away December 4, 2025.  He was born on August 21, 1937, in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Robert Wilkinson and Florentine (Veith) Wilkinson. Richard married the love of his life, Judy, on July 23, 1988, in Howell, Michigan.  He will be fondly remembered for his strong faith, and his generous, patient, kind spirit. He was a lifelong member of Grace Lutheran Church. In his early years, Richard loved everything cars and was a pit crew member for racing events. He was very active with his community as demonstrated by his many years of coaching baseball, softball and football. Once coaching was behind him, he stayed involved with football by becoming part of the chain-gang for Howell High School football.  Richard was an avid golfer and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by all those that had the pleasure of knowing him.

His Family… Richard will be missed by his wife, Judy; his children, Barry Beaubien, Aaron Beaubien, Andrew Beaubien, Brandy (Bryan) Tidwell-Kemp; along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Sherry Edmunson; parents, Robert & Florentine Wilkinson.

His Farewell… Richard’s Community Farewell will be held on 11:00AM, on Friday, December 19, 2025 at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Howell, Michigan.  Pastor Tom Huff will serve as celebrant. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Please leave a message of comfort for Richard’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

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