Walt Ellis Wilkerson, Sr. of Cisco left this life unexpectedly Thursday, August 17, 2023 at the age of 74.
Born October 10, 1948 in Gorman to Odis Weldon and Margie Lee Proctor Wilkerson. He graduated from Cisco High School, and went on to serve in the United States Army in 1968, obtaining the rank of Sergeant. He served as a barber and tank commander and Company “A” Combat Sustainment Support Battalion 2 of the 25th Infantry Division. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Bronze Star. Walt was honorably discharged in 1971. He worked in the oil industry for 40 years.
Walt was a member of Mitchell Baptist Church, and loved his church and church family. He appreciated all his good neighbors and enjoyed all things outdoors, including hunting, fishing and shooting his collection of guns. He was a loving, dedicated father to his kids, and had several bonus kids he claimed that called him “Pops”. B.J., Jason, Larry and Bo enjoyed many of the outdoor activities with him.
