He was born on November 13, 1966 in Clifton Forge, Virginia, to Seth Mack Wilkerson, Jr. and Doris Broce Wilkerson. Raised in Lexington, Virginia, he was a 1985 graduate of Lexington High School and earned degrees from Virginia Tech (1990) and Virginia Commonwealth University (1996). Following college, he lived in Richmond, Virginia, where he met and married his perfect match, Lisa, before moving to Atlanta in 1996. Eric spent the last 25 years working for Cerner Corporation as a Systems Interface Architect.
Everyone who knew Eric knew how much he loved life. He was curious and adventurous, always looking for that next challenge. In recent years, he dedicated himself to training for and competing in several triathlon events, including the Ironman. Most recently, Eric completed a 100K trail endurance race with some of his closest buddies. He had so much fun training with them this past year, was a constant source of encouragement, and was everyone’s biggest cheerleader.
Eric treasured the lifelong friendships he developed over the years, going back to his college days with his Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity brothers. He rarely missed an opportunity to spend time with his many friends, near and far. It was not unusual to see him sitting on a blanket in his front yard with his beloved dogs, Carter and Lucy, having a glass of wine and declaring a spontaneous lawn party. If Eric poked fun of you or if you were the subject of one of his elaborately planned practical jokes, you knew he loved you. He loved to travel and took delight in planning many adventures for Lisa, his friends, and his family.
Eric was so many things to so many people. He was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and husband. A loyal and dependable friend, he was a best friend to many. He was decent, honest, and kind to friends and strangers alike. Animals held a very special place in his heart. Eric lived life to its fullest extent but it was cut short too soon. He will be missed forever.
Eric is survived by his heartbroken wife of 26 years, Lisa, his parents, Mack and Doris Wilkerson of Pensacola, Florida, his brother, Brian Gregory Wilkerson (Caroline) of Maitland, Florida, and his dear aunt, Carolyn Boyd. He was a proud uncle to his nieces and nephews, Brittany (Sean) Wallace, Thomas (Emily) Wilkerson, Sabrina Wilkerson, Molly Wilkerson, Thomas Connelly, and Audrey Connelly. He was loved and adored by his in-laws, Frank and Barbara Capece, Jennifer (Vincent) Connelly, and David Capece.
A celebration of his life is being planned to take place as soon as possible after the holidays, COVID permitting. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to MUST Ministries (https://www.mustministries.org) or Homeless Pets Foundation (https://homelesspets.com).
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