Robert “Bobby” Perry Wilkerson, age 92, of Columbus, GA beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather died Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Bobby was born June 11, 1933 in Albany GA to the late Henry Leroy Wilkerson, Sr. and Melba Eugenia Thorpe. As a child, his family moved to Columbus GA where he attended Edgewood, then as a teen Bobby attended Baker High School and went on to attend API (Auburn University) followed by enlisting in the Air Force. Bobby was a builder by trade, able to fix anything, owned numerous businesses, one being the legacy of Bobby’s Bar.  One of his passions was flying airplanes.

Bobby was a man of wisdom, steady character and strength. Also was a hardworking man that was especially and personally devoted to his family and friends. He loved his church, Living Grace and his church family.

Bobby is preceded in death by his wife, Sara “Janet” Brooks. Bobby and Janet were married 70 years at her passing and together 74 years.

He is survived by his children, Robin Beatty (Doug) of Marietta, GA, Kelly Kunkle of Columbus, GA, David Wilkerson (Elisa) of Columbus, GA, six grandchildren, Jill New (Jonathan), John Beatty (Jessica), Bill Martin (Lauren), Brooke Greenlee ( Anthony), Stuart Wilkerson (Natalie), Shannon Hopkins (Taylor) and nine great-grandchildren, a loving niece, Diane Haywood, and 2 nieces and nephew, a loving church family.

Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Living Grace Church with Dr. Buddy Cooper officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Living Grace Church at 3969 Edgewood Circle Columbus, GA 31907 or https://living-gracechurch.com.