Linda D. Wilkins, 69, of Rochester passed away at 5:21 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at Caring Hands Health Care in Peru.

On January 9, 1945, Linda was born in Milesburg, PA to Herbert and Lennett Smith Hillard. She was one of 15 children.

Linda and Rev. Clifton John Wilkins Jr. were married on July 17, 1965 in Milesburg, PA. They share 34 years of lifes adventures. He passed away on February 20, 1999.

As a registered nurse, Linda worked at Hickory Creek and Woodlawn Hospital. Caring for animals was also a passion, often she would have a squirrel, or a bird in her care. Bingo was always enjoyed, but she treasured the time she shared with her grandchildren.

Linda was a member of the Assembly of God Church of Rochester, where her husband pastored.

Linda is lovingly survived by two daughters, Christina Graham of Logansport, Patricia Wilkins and companion Ron Vorhees of Nyona Lake; a son, Clifton Wilkins Jr., of Rochester; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; a sister, Sharon Moyar of PA; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Linda in death are her parents, husband and all of her siblings.

Private family services will be held at a later date.