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Judith Elaine Staples Wilkins

May 14, 1951 - November 13, 2018

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Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 |
Friday 11/16, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 |
Saturday 11/17, 11:00 am

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Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 |
Saturday 11/17, 2:00 pm

CENTRAL CITY – Judith Elaine Staples Wilkins, 67, of Central City, received God’s healing Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at Louisville’s Jewish Hospital. She was born on May 14, 1951, to Marvin and Bea Staples of Central City. She graduated from Central City High School in 1969. Judy is survived by her husband of 47 years, Phil Wilkins, and her children Susan (Derek) Price of Lexington and Mark (Amy) Wilkins of Paducah, and grandson Parker Price. She is also survived by her parents and her brothers Fred (Charlene) Staples of Greenville and James “Jimmy” Staples of Central City. During her lifetime, she was the Chief Financial Officer of the Wilkins’ household, an education advocate for her children and others, and the loved “Ms. Judy” to the children of her church. An active member of Cleaton Missionary Baptist Church for over 50 years, she volunteered as the church Sunday School Secretary for over 30 years and was a volunteer in the Team KIDS program for the last 10 years. Visitation will be Friday, November 16, 2018, from 5-8PM and Saturday after 11:00AM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 17, 2018, at 2:00PM at the funeral home, with Bro. Brian Jones officiating. Burial services will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages you to honor Judy’s life by volunteering with your local church, school, or library. Monetary gifts may be made to Cleaton Missionary Baptist Church for the Sunday School ministry in her memory. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.

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Visitation
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 | Map
Friday 11/16, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 | Map
Saturday 11/17, 11:00 am
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Tucker Funeral Home
113 North Third Street
Central City, KY 42330
270-754-1551 | Map
Saturday 11/17, 2:00 pm

CENTRAL CITY – Judith Elaine Staples Wilkins, 67, of Central City, received God’s healing Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at Louisville’s Jewish Hospital. She was born on May 14, 1951, to Marvin and Bea Staples of Central City. She graduated from Central City High School in 1969. Judy is survived by her husband of 47 years,Continue Reading

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Sandra Whitworth left a message on November 15, 2018:
Dear Family,...A dear sweet lady has finished her journey....she is at peace now..but its not going to make you all miss her any less...she was loved by many not just her family...Judy loved people...People loved Judy...Just sending my condolences to each of you ...May you all in the days ahead feel God's love reaching out to you...

In Christian Love

Sandy
Bennie Laster left a message on November 15, 2018:
Phil, I am very sorry to hear about your wife's death. I always thought she was a nice lady and had a loving family. I know she will be missed. You and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Bennie and Sandy

Mt Washington, KY
ELIZABETH DYKES-BUSH left a message on November 15, 2018:
May God wrap His loving around you all today and the days ahead. He is The Comforter.
Junior Wade left a message on November 14, 2018:
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Tucker Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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