Debra Kay Wilkerson

Debra Kay Wilkerson, 71, of Camino, CA, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 27, 2025. Born on September 5, 1954, in Richmond, CA, to Clarence and Geraldine “Gerri” Twinn, and later raised by her stepfather, Don Rhodes. Debra grew up with a love for gardening, reading books, listening to Rock ‘n Roll music, and the great outdoors. While Debra enjoyed amusement parks and good times on the river, her number one love in life was spending time with family and friends and being a grandmother.

Debra dedicated over 38 years to working as a Sales Rep for Bella Love, Conifer Paper, Packaging Results, Delta Track, and her cherished Coca-Cola. She married her first love, James “Jimmy” Louis Wilkerson, in the summer of 1974, and had 2 children, Jacob and Tracina. After his passing, she met the second love of her life, Robert Criswell, who she shared 26 amazing years with.

She will be remembered for her warm smile, amazing thick red hair, and her stubbornness.

Debra is survived by her son, Jacob and Daughter in Law, Nadia and their children: Anjelica, Vincent, Jewel, and Aydan; and her daughter Tracina and partner Jeremy Mills, and their children: Sally and Marina; and her beloved furry companion Molly. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Richard, Dwain and Keith.

A private family service will be held on December 30th in Chapin, South Carolina, following a celebration of life later this year in her beloved Sierra Mountains of California. May her memory be eternal.