Clarence O. Wilkerson, Sr.

Clarence Oliver Wilkerson Sr. was born on May 18, 1932 in Kissimmee, Fla. to the late Origin Wilkerson Wideman and John D. Wilkerson. Clarence’s parents transitioned to the Lord many years ago. Clarence ‘s brother, John A. Wilkerson Sr. and sister, Corrine Hill, preceded him in death. Clarence met the love of his life, Mildred, while teaching as a Science Professor at Edward Waters College, Jacksonville, Fla. The two were joined in Holy Matrimony on March 26, 1959. Clarence and Mildred were blessed with 61 years of marriage and were honored to have celebrations with every milestone birthday and anniversary. Clarence began his teaching career as a Science Professor at Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Fla. He later moved to Orlando and taught at Hannibal Elementary School in Winter Park, Fla. He then left Hannibal and was one of the 1st teachers to be assigned during integration to Judson B. Walker Middle School. Clarence retired from the Orange County Public School System in 1994 where he devoted 38 ½ years to the system as a Science teacher and whereas 36 of those years were spent at Walker Middle School. His most notable educational recognition is where the administration and community of Walker Middle, along with the Orange County School Board named the new science building,” The Clarence Wilkerson Science Building” in his honor. Clarence loved his Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and up until the time of his passing was an active member of the Delta Xi Lambda Orlando Chapter. Clarence was recognized as a Lifetime member for serving over 65 years in his fraternity. Left to cherish his memory is his devoted wife of 61 years, Mildred L. Wilkerson; and their 2 lovely children: Clarice Wilkerson Honeywell , Clarence O. Wilkerson Jr. (Joya); one grandson, Jaylen Cole Wilkerson; his nieces and nephews, Gloria Hill Clark, Barbara King (deceased), Marion Henson, Lawrence Hill (deceased), Gwendolyn Hill, William Hill (Brenda), Donald Hill, Lori Clay, Marcia Dianne Wilkerson, Andrea Wilkerson (deceased), John Wilkerson Jr. (deceased), sister-in-law-Eleanor Tooley Jennings (Alto); brothers-in-law, George Tooley III, and Frank Tooley (Alma) Michael E. Tooley (deceased), Christopher W. Tooley (deceased); and a host of grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, other relatives and close friends. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Gotha. Florida 34734 Immediately following the service, family and friends are invited to participate in a vehicle (drive-thru) procession, where you will be able to greet family and receive an obituary, while social distancing in your car.

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Clarence O. Wilkerson, Sr.

May 18, 1932 - July 23, 2020