Dennis E. Wilkerson

Dennis Wilkerson, 63, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, July 23, 2021. He was born in Des Moines on November 8, 1957, to Lester and Betty Wilkerson.

Dennis graduated from East High School, Class of 1976. He retired from AE Dairy after more than 30 years of service.

His greatest passion in life was photography. He enjoyed 30+ years of photographing events such as youth sports and weddings. Dennis also volunteered for Ankeny Little League for over 20 years and was recently recognized by the organization naming field 8 in his honor.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Julie Wilkerson; son, Jeff (Brandi) Wilkerson, daughter, Jenna (Cole) Haefner; granddaughter soon to come, Claire Haefner; step-grandsons, DeRon and Devon; brother, Mike Wilkerson; as well as his niece, nephew, great-nieces and great-nephews.

A memorial visitation will be held from 5-8 PM on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for a cause close to his heart.

Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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