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On December 8, 2024, John Marvin Wilkins, peacefully passed away at Bayhealth in Milford.
Mr. Wilkins was born on April 8, 1930, in Lincoln, DE to the late James and Ruth Wilkins.
He was a four-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War era. Mr. Wilkins worked as a Jet Engine Mechanic for the Civil Service, retiring in 1990, after 38 years of service. He specialized in working on the C-124, C-133, F-89, F-101, C-141, and C-5 Aircrafts; for which he was very proud.
He was preceded by his wife of 70 years, Pearl (Ingram) Wilkins, and his son Alan B. Wilkins.
Mr. Wilkins is survived by his sons, James M. Wilkins and Don A. Wilkins, both of Lincoln, his grandchildren, Dustin Wilkins and his wife Tina, Rhonda Wilkins, and Jillian Wilkins.
"Marvin", as those who knew him best would call him, loved keeping busy and doing things around the house. Even up until recently he was still very active. He did everything the " right " way, taking no short cuts even if it was a simple task as hanging a photo on the wall. He was a loving and loyal husband, a proud father, and a charismatic grandfather. He was well known for his wealth of information. He could right off the top of his head provide endless historical facts about local buildings, businesses and even people in Sussex County. It was something to admire. He was the true definition of "one of the good ones" and he will be missed.
The family received visitors at Rogers Hovatter Funeral Home, 301 Lakeview Ave, Milford, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, with a funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment in Lincoln Cemetery.
For condolences, please visit www.rogersfhmilford.com.
