BERLIN — George L. Wilkerson, age 82, died Friday, Feb. 3 at his home. Born in Delaware he was the son of the late John Wilkerson and Ethel Figgs Wilkerson. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Alice Wilkerson. 

Wilkerson was employed with McAllister Sand and Gravel for several years until his retirement. 

Along with his wife he is survived by his children, Gary Wilkerson of Snow Hill, Donnie Wilkerson and his wife Wanda of Parsonsburg, George Wilkerson, Jr. of Chesapeake, Va., John Wilkerson and his wife Teresa of Willards, Evelyn McCray of Berlin; his sister, Evelyn Evans of Whaleyville; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotte Phillips, and many other loved family members.