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“When peace like a river attended my way. When sorrow like sea billows roll whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say it is well, it is well with my soul. Psalm 46:1-3 Constance Jean McMillan Wilkerson was born on January 1, 1950 to the late Addie and John McMillan of Durham, NC. She entered into eternal rest on July 10, 2025. “Connie” as she was affectionately called by family members and those who came to know her, had a very serene and quiet demeanor. She laughed and talked quietly yet always had a serene smile for everybody. Connie formal education was at Bethel Union High School where she graduated with a high “candy apple smile.” Upon completion of her schooling in Bethel, NC she moved to Durham, NC and met and married Ulysses Wilkerson. They shared a quiet and happy life with friends and relatives until her husband untimely death in 2015. Connie joined Pilgrim Baptist Church, Durham, NC where she quickly became a part of the worship services that made her so happy. She was a member of the Pastor's Aide committee for over 10 years and currently served as the secretary. She also wanted to join the hospitality committee, but her health started to decline. Connie was preceded in death by her husband, Ulysses Wilkerson; her nephew, Jeremy L. Daniels. Connie leaves to cherish her memories, her cousins, Rev. Lillian “Betty” Jenkins (Henry) of Greenville, NC, William “Bill” Jenkins, Jr of Bethel, NC, Alvin J. Jenkins (Phyllis), her special cousin, Deborah “Deb” Jenkins, Phyllis “PJ” Jenkins Moss, Charles “Russell” Jenkins all of Greenville, NC, Corlis Jenkins-Foote (Marc) of Bethel, NC, Ingrid Tucker (Larry), Wayne “Al” Alfonso Tucker, Brian Jenkins, Byron Jenkins, Tina Sharpe all of Greenville, NC, Paula Daniels (Shannon) of Winterville, NC, Keith Jenkins of Raleigh, NC, Lynn Goodson, Judy Cotten, Lillian Cotten, Tony Jenkins, William Russell “David” Lestat all of Georgia, Gordon R. Barnes, Robert E. Barnes, Shanell Barnes, Lillian “Lou” Barnes, Rillie Barnes all of New York, Gloria Barnes, Billie Barnes (Willie) all of Florida, along with numerous other relatives including those who have traveled from New York, Florida and Georgia; and a host of friends and relatives.

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Mrs. Constance McMillian Wilkerson

January 1, 1950 - July 10, 2025