Lorrena G. Wilkinson

Lorrena G. Wilkinson, age 93, passed away April 7, 2014.

Born in Millstone, W. Va., she lived in Byesville, Ohio for over 20 years. Lorrena was a member of Akron Baptist Temple, and was employed by various county agencies.

Preceded in death by her husband, Gaile in June 1980; brothers, Robert and John Carl Harden; and sisters, Velma Moore, Garnet Sampson and Dorothy Wilson. She is survived by sons, Gaile D. Wilkinson of Hartville, and Ronald L. Wilkinson of Ada, Okla.; grandchildren, Rhonda (Ken) Burdett, Julie (Glenn) Cozzens, Michelle (James) Manning, Mandy (Justin) Dokter, and Timothy Wilkinson; 13 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Romie Harden.

Memorial service will be Friday, 12 noon at the Akron Baptist Temple, 2324 Manchester Road, Akron, Ohio 44314, with Pastor Sam Rittenour officiating. Private family interment has taken place at Rose Hill Burial Park. The family suggests memorials to Hospice of Visiting Nurse Service, c/o Akron General Foundation, 1 Akron General Ave., Akron, OH 44307.