Floyd Eugene Wilkerson

Floyd Eugene Wilkerson, 82, of Ruckersville, Virginia passed away Monday, November 23, 2020.

He was born June 13, 1938, in Charlottesville, Virginia, son of the late Vernon Lee Wilkerson, Sr. and Birdie Morrison Wilkerson.

In addition to his parents, Floyd was preceded in death by a son, Timmy Critzer; brothers, Rudolph “Rudy” Wilkerson, Robert “Bobby” Wilkerson, and Norman Wilkerson; and sister, Betty Ragland.

Floyd is survived by his daughter, Stephene “Gina” Wilkerson; former wife and friend, Linda Wilkerson Ammons; brother, Vernon L. Wilkerson, Jr. (Rose); sisters, Ruby Cronk (John) and Marie Wilkerson; sister-in-law, Jeanette Wilkerson; grandchildren, Tessa Shifflett (Trent) and Shannon Donour (Josh); great-grandchildren, Beckley, Memphis, Kaylie, Emily and Leigha; and numerous nieces, nephews, family members, and friends.

Floyd was a man of few words who enjoyed UVA sports, New York Giants football, and his cats.  He also enjoyed going to the mall to walk and spend time with his friends.  However, his greatest joy was spending time with his family.

He was employed with The Daily Progress for 30 years as a typesetter.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 30, 2020, at Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotswood Trail Ruckersville, VA 22968 with Robert Price officiating. Interment to follow at Holly Memorial Gardens.  Due to Covid-19, masks and social distancing are required.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

An online guestbook is available at www.ryanfuneral.com

Ryan Funeral Home of Ruckersville is in charge of arrangements.