Evelyn Catherine Wilkinson, of Lisbon, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at the Rehabilitation Center of Lisbon. Private family services will be held. Burial: Campbell Cemetery, Bertram, Iowa.
Evelyn was born on April 2, 1933, in Mount Vernon, Iowa, the daughter of James J. and Ruby (Anderson) Klein. She was united in marriage to Donald Wilkinson on February 1, 1950, in Independence, Iowa.
Evelyn was a longtime member of Cedar Christian Church. She loved quilting and sewing. Evelyn made prayer quilts and dresses for Africa. She was a skilled cake decorator, enjoyed spending time with family and cooking great family dinners.
Evelyn is survived by her children, Ronald (Sheila) Wilkinson, Sheryl (Peter) Wilkinson, and Donna (Jeff) Walters; nine grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and brother, Robert Klein.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers, Oliver Klein, James Klein Jr., and William Klein; and loved dog, Ruby Mae.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Evelyn's name to the K-9 Unit, Linn County Sheriff's Office or Willis Dady Homeless Services.
The family wants to thank St. Croix Hospice and Rehabilitation Center of Lisbon for their compassionate care.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services – Mount Vernon
Donna and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
John Holland & Janet Sager
The Shannahan family wishes to send Evelyn’s family their sincere condolences. Evelyn was a lovely woman and she will be remembered with much fondness.