of North Little Rock, AR
July 13, 1939 - October 3, 2022
Dr. James Calvin Wilkins, age 83, of North Little Rock, passed away October 3, 2022.
He was born July 13, 1939, in Memphis, Tennessee to Thomas Dale and Hazel Wilkins. He was raised in Luxora, Arkansas and was an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America.
Dr. Wilkins served as a Lt. Commander in the Naval Reserve. He was a 1961 graduate of Hendrix College. He attended Dental School at the University of Tennessee in Memphis and graduated in 1964. He then pursued a fellowship in pediatric dentistry at the University of Tennessee, graduating in 1967.
Dr. Wilkins took pride in his profession. He opened the first pediatric dental practice in North Little Rock. He was on staff at Arkansas Children's Hospital for 50 years and recently honored for this achievement. He was active in Arkansas State Dental Association where he served for years in many capacities.
He was an active member of Lakewood United Methodist Church in North Little Rock. He served on many boards, committees and taught adult Sunday School class for many years.
He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and was always ready to help family, friends and neighbors. He was well liked, loving, caring, extremely organized and hard working. One of his greatest joys was working in his yard.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Margaret Wilkins; three sons, Dale Wilkins (Kelly), Thomas Wilkins (Karena) and Louis Wilkins (Marilyn) and six grandchildren, Taylor Wilkins Davis (Dustin), Kathryn Wilkins Kypke (Vaughn), Cameron Wilkins, Carter Wilkins, Nicholas Wilkins and Caroline Wilkins.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Lakewood United Methodist Church, 1922 Topf Rd, North Little Rock.
Arrangements are by Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Dental Clinic at Arkansas Children's Hospital.
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20 Condolence(s)
Vent Stephen Murphy
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Calvin was one of the pioneers in pediatric dentistry in Arkansas. I enjoyed my time with him at Arkansas Children's Hospital in the Dental Clinic. I really enjoyed his cool and calm demeanor, so indicative of a pediatric dentist. He will be so missed.
Vent Murphy
Cimone Heisel
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Condolences to the family. I always enjoyed working with Dr. Wilkins at ACH. He will be missed.
Suzie Stroope Siemik
Sunday, October 9, 2022
On behalf of all of the Stroope family, we send our heartfelt condolences. May your cherished memories be held on to tightly and bring your family comfort and peace when needed the most. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during such a difficult time….,
Mary Jo Chambers
Sunday, October 9, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time
Joe & Yvonne Whalen
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Calvin was living example of the term "nice guy."
"The souls of the just are in the hand of God.....He tried them and found them worthy of himself." Wisdom, Chapter 3
Michael, Tracie and Olivia Smith
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Love and prayers.
Richard Antoine Cornforth
Saturday, October 8, 2022
My thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences are with Mrs. Wilkins, Dale, Kelly, Taylor, Katherine, your family and loved ones as you say goodbye to Dr. Wilkins. May he rest in eternal peace 🕊
Lowell Staggs
Friday, October 7, 2022
I knew Dr. Wilkins from working at Arkansas Children' s Hospital. He was a friendly, and outgoing person. A real joy to know, he will be missed.
I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
My sympathy to his family and friends.
Lowell Staggs
Gil caver
Friday, October 7, 2022
A kind and gentle man will be missed,my thoughts and prayers
Billy Tarpley
Friday, October 7, 2022
Margaret and Family - On behalf of Dr. Wilkins' colleagues in the Arkansas State Dental Association, please accept our sincere condolences. He was a treasured friend within the state's dental community. With a friendly smile and gentle demeanor, he served in many capacities of leadership at the state and local level. He will always be remembered as a true gentleman; the epitome of professionalism and integrity. On a personal note, I have missed my conversations with Dr. Wilkins. His dry humor and witty comments were a blessing to me. I have lost a friend. Please accept our prayers for comfort and peace.
Billy Tarpley, ASDA Executive Director
Alice and Paul Stovall
Friday, October 7, 2022
Our prayers are with you
John and Mary Hafer
Friday, October 7, 2022
Margret, l a so sorry for your loss. We aren’t able to attend because we are in CA.
My prayers are with you and your family. Love in Christ,
Annette Meador
Friday, October 7, 2022
Dr. Wilkins was an outstanding professional whom I enjoyed working with at Ar. Children ‘s Hospital. He was widely respected . He was a man of great faith, and loved his family. Our sympathies to Margaret and his family, Annette and Rick Meador
Martha Best
Thursday, October 6, 2022
We never have enough time. Someone as special as Calvin won’t ever fade from our hearts and memories. He lived with such passion and everyone who knew him was blessed by his presence.
Fondly,
Martha and Rob Best
Diana Whaley
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
We worked together for many years, and Dr.Wilkins was a joy to work with. He made the work a fun time with all the children. He will be missed.
My condolences to the family.
Kenna L Lewis
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
I had thr pleasure of working with Dr. Wilkins for 20 years at Arkansas Childrens Hospital. I am sadden to hear of his passing. We had some great times. I attended a Christmas party he and Mrs. Margaret hosted at their home. I will forever cherish his memory. Rest in Paradise Dr. Wilikins.
Harlan Ledgerwood
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
I will miss talking with him every Sunday morning. He was truly a very good ,kind and Christian man.
Carolyn smith
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Ken Pearson
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
I celebrate Calvin’s life with the family. May the presence of God’s Holy Spirit bless each of you with comfort.
Donna Bartell
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Calvin was a leader in Christian Action Sunday School and Lakewood United Methodist Church and was well respected and loved . He will be missed by so many. Sympathy sent to Margaret and all his family . We are so very sorry. Fondly, Donna and Danny