Diana E. Wilkinson
1939-2020
LITTLE GENESEE
Diana E. Wilkinson, 81, of 7508 Miller Hollow Road passed away on Tuesday November 24 2020. Born on April 11, 1939 in Bolivar, she was the daughter of Fred and Wilma Ackerman Bartlett. Diana married Robert D. Wilkinson on April 12, 1958 in Bolivar. Mr. Wilkinson preceded her in death.
She was a graduate of Bolivar Central School class of 1957. Diana was a former employee of the former Clark Brothers Company Olean, later was the secretary to the principal at Bolivar Central School in the early 70s, was a bank teller at the First Trust Bank Bolivar and Olean Dresser Credit Union and Cornell University Cooperative Extension in Allegany and Cattaraugus Counties retiring in 2004.
Diana was a member of the West Clarksville Baptist Church. Diana was known for her kindness and generosity, she enjoyed family celebrations, spending time with her many friends. Diana was a true Blessing to all who knew her.
Surviving are three daughters, Debra (Bradley) Sexton Bolivar, Kristin (Eugene) Robak Little Genesee, Sue (Patrick) Kayes Bolivar; seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; one sister Sally (Richard) Harmon Richburg and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Fred D. Bartlett.
Friends may call at the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc. Bolivar on Friday November 27, 2020 from 4-7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday November 28, 2020 at the West Clarksville Baptist Church at 11 a.m. with Pastor Wayne Hart officiating. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery in Bolivar.
Memorials may be made to West Clarksville Baptist Church, 9003 County Road 5, Bolivar, NY 14715.
Schaffner Funeral Home