It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Lee Wilkinson, of Mount Forest, formerly of Milton, on Thursday December 31, 2020 at the age of 79. Lee will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 26 years Avril Wilkinson (Bicchierai), his children Paul (Julie), Glen (Julie) and Ken, his stepchildren Rick Bicchierai (Nancy) and Rob Bicchierai (Rachel), his grandchildren Christine, Austin, Jenna, Beth, Bill, Karlie, Ricky, Renee, Reese and Rylee and great grandchildren Allison and Gunnar. He leaves behind his sister Ruth (the late Dan Crump) and his sister Marg (Bill) Bowler, his stepsister Donna (Bruce) Wanless, his stepbrother’s wife Ann Hutchison and all of their families. He is predeceased by his parents William Egerton Wilkinson and Edith Laughlin, stepmother Thelma Hutchison, stepbrother Wayne Hutchison and stepdaughter Reanne Chudleigh. Lee grew up in Brampton and farmed with his dad before moving to Milton on his own farm along with his three sons. He liked to keep busy as can be seen by his many jobs; he raised cattle, grew crops, trucked cattle, shavings and operated Wilkinson & Sons Trucking, owned the Car Wash in Owen Sound and was a taxi driver in Mount Forest last year. Lee, nicknamed Bear, and Avril made many friends wherever they were, Milton, Williams Lake, Owen Sound and Mount Forest. He was active in the Lions Club. He was very proud of his family and he will be missed by many, especially his dog Buddy. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Lee’s life will be held at a future date when gathering is permitted. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Milton. In lieu of flowers we are asking that friends and family donate to Diabetes Canada or Cancer Patient Services, Mount Forest. Messages of condolences may be made through Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services www.greybrucecremation.com If desired, make a kind gesture to someone in need or a donation to a worthy cause in his name.
