Joseph Acker Wilkes Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joseph Acker Wilkes (Columbia, South Carolina), departing on September 9, 2025 at the age of 94. Joseph leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph Acker Wilkes to show support.
He was predeceased by: his mother Lucille Acker; his siblings, Martin Sr. and Julia Hungerpiller; and his grandfather Joe. He is survived by: his father Martin Yongue Wilkes; his brother Carl Wilkes; his wife Theresa Ann Fincher; his children, Tara Richter (Rick), Susan Freeland (Thom) and Dixon Wilkes (Susan); his grandchildren, Chad Richter (Holly), Nicole Croft-Gross (Nick), Michael Croft (Jordan), Anna Mason (Joe), Jacob Wilkes and Sarah Wilkes; and his great grandchildren, Gabriel Anderson, Chloe Richter, Bradley Mason, Miller Croft, Harper Croft and Wilkes Mason.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church (https://secure.myvanco.com) or to a charity of one's choice.
