Paul Maddox Pilkerton

March 2, 1937 - August 28, 2008

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Services:

 

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Fr. John Mattingly officiating. Interment will be Private.

Visitation:

 

Viewing/Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home.

 

Paul Maddox Pilkerton, 71, of Leonardtown, MD, formerly of Lusby, MD passed away Thursday, August 28, 2008 in the Charlotte Hall Veteran's Home.  He was born Tuesday, March 2, 1937 in Mechanicsville, MD. He was the son of the late John I. and Florence Owens Pilkerton. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Faye Elizabeth Toute Pilkerton, who he married in La Plata, MD, his son the late Richard Pilkerton as well as his siblings John S., Catherine, Elmer, Teresa May, James Roy and Rebecca Pilkerton.  He is survived by his sister Regina Gatton of Leonardtown, MD, and his daughters Elizabeth Pilkerton of Waterbury, CT, Barbara Reiche of Sevierville, TN, Rebecca Ellis of California, MD, Laura Morgan of Leonardtown, MD, Paula Dibble of Lusby, MD, and Rhonda Palmer of Clarksville, TN,  as well as his twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  He was very devoted to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Paul served in the US Army and upon completion, he worked as a Union Pile Driver for Local 2311, retiring in 1976. He was a member of the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge and Comar Manor American Legion.  He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, crabbing, and repairing engines of all sizes, from lawn mowers to cars. He adored spending time with "his girls", his grand-kids, friends and loved ones. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 from 10:00 -11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM, Fr. John Mattingley officiating. There will be a wake to follow immediately after at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Hall, of Compton, MD. All Friends and Family are welcome to attend. Interment will be a private event. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Southern Maryland Division/Eastern Region, P.O. Box 1508, Solomons, MD  20688-1508 and/or the American Cancer Society, St. Mary's County Unit, P.O. Box 1032, Lexington Park, MD 20653-1032.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"Rhonda, Dwight, Mariah, Grace, Alyssa And Family.. Our hearts go out to each one of you guys. Words alone cannot express my sincerest apology for the loss of such an important man. Know your Dad is being embraced by the love of your Mom who's waited for him to join her. They are finally reunited, together again as one. Please know we're here for you guys. Below is a poem I wanted to share... Just Call On Me I can't comprehend just how sad you must feel For the loss of someone you love. This sorrowful time must still feel unreal And you're looking for strength from above. I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease, That your spirit will gain strength again, And I pray that your faith will create inner peace And that God will send blessings--Amen. Till then, if you need me to lighten your load, I'm waiting to come to your aid. Just call on me, and I'll walk down that road, Until the dark times start to fade. Deep condolences"
- Kevin And Michelle Burtnett and Family..
- Posted: Wednesday, September 10, 2008

"Paul Maddox Pilkerton, my Grandfather, will live in our hearts and souls forever! You brought so much color, happiness and smiles to so many people. We will miss you dearly! "
- Angie and Bryan White
- Posted: Monday, September 8, 2008

"You must have been a great man b/c I have heard, you will be missed more than words can say. My family is at Fort Campbell w/ your beautful daughter and her family, we will watch over themm as I know you will be watching from above! You will always live on through your wonderful children and grandchildren! REST IN PEACE"
- SHIRLEY WOOD and FAMILY
- Posted: Thursday, September 4, 2008

"My Dad, our Grand Father & Great-Grandfather. has moved on to his eternal life. He will not be forgotten as he lives on in each and everyone of his Children, Grand children and Great Grand children, each of us carry his characteristics in many different ways. He knew every one and keep in touch every one he could, At any time you needed to know who some one was and where they lived ,we all knew all we had to do is ask him he could tell you…He loved us all dearly as we did him. I will miss him ,as we all will , the times we had together, his presence in our lives, his phone calls , and all the funny sayings he would say . Our earthly life's are, but a vapor ,as earth is not our home ,here we live in the land of the dieing ,one day we will move on as Dad has to the land of the living. I pray that each of us children will love each other , our children grand children ,& great grand children nieces ,& nephews in the way he loved us . Dad , I ,my Children, and Grand children will always love and Miss you… you live deeply in our hearts…All my love your daughter, Barbara Reiche…and family (Hello…. Tennessee… as he would say ) "
- Barbara , &Carl Reiche Michael, Michelle, Angela ,Bryan, Chelsea & Tynia
- Posted: Wednesday, September 3, 2008

"Laura and Rhonda I am very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this trying time."
- Penny Hodges (Thompson)
- Posted: Tuesday, September 2, 2008

"our thoughts and hearts are with you all, you will find the peace and strength that you need to go through this very sad time. May God be with and bless you and your family. John & Lori Heard"
- lori and john heard jr.
- Posted: Tuesday, September 2, 2008

"I'm sorry to hear about what happened to Paul and I wish his family the best. Love, Susie "
- susan mattingly
- Posted: Monday, September 1, 2008

"Our hearts are with you all at this time of sarrow. Paul was know by many as a caring,loving and giving person and he will be missed by many and never be forgotten... Danny, D.J., Stacey & Kathy Farrell"
- Stacey & Kathy Farrell
- Posted: Monday, September 1, 2008

"Our prayers are with you all in the days to come Mr. Paul was a wonderful fun loving man and will be missed by many for heaven has one more angel to join his team. I am sure he will put many smiles on alot of faces in the wonderful place he has gone with alot of his funny jokes.. But it is here that he will be missed by many ..........God determines who walks into your life....it's up to you to decide who you let walk away, who you let stay, and who you refuse to let go. Father, God bless all my friends in whatever it is that You know they may be needing this day! And may their life be full of your peace, prosperity and power as they seek to have a closer relationship with you. Amen. Our preayers Kathie Jo, Pete, Kelly, J.R., McKayla and Jordan"
- Kathie Jo Peters
- Posted: Monday, September 1, 2008

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time, but also happy time knowing that he is no longer with us here on earth, but that he is in a much better place! in God's love, mandy and keaton white"
- mandy white
- Posted: Monday, September 1, 2008

"To my papa who i will miss with all of my heart and soul. Word cannot express the lost in my heart for my Daddy. My God have you Mama and Rick and my you alway look down on Bubba and LeeAnn you miss more than life itself and i know we will all be together on day . "Rest in Peace Daddy"."
- Paula Dibble Your Loving Daughter
- Posted: Sunday, August 31, 2008

"We were so sorry to here of Paul's passing. He was a very dear friend of ours. He will be greatly missed. GOD BLESS THE FAMILY."
- TOMMY---DWIGHT & DORIS SHIRLEY---DOW(tom's sister & husband)
- Posted: Sunday, August 31, 2008

"Deepest Sympathy to all the family and friends at this difficult time. He was my Favorite Uncle and we always stayed in touch. I'm sure he will watch over all of us and has most likely already started looking for his family and friends in heaven. Love, Becky Frenzel Ocean View, DE "
- Becky Frenzel
- Posted: Saturday, August 30, 2008

"WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PAUL, HE WAS SUCH A GREAT FRIEND OF OUR FAMILY. WE HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES WITH HIM & FAYE. HE WILL BE MISSED. OUR SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY. THE BUCKLER FAMILY, HELEN, BRENDA, JOY, JIMBO AND DUANE"
- HELEN BUCKLER
- Posted: Saturday, August 30, 2008

"Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time of loss. Paul will be missed by us all."
- Elsie, Harold, John Frances, Wilmer, Chester, Anna Mae, Mary, Hillary Family of The Late Mary Lessie Quade
- Posted: Friday, August 29, 2008

"A joyus celebration that God has yet another "Angel" that has joined His team in Heaven. Paul always had that special way of letting us know that he was there and we shared many great conversations and were on hand at a few poker games as well. A very caring, kind hearted, and genuine person he was. I will always remember the time that Paul worked so very hard on ticket sales for my show at the moose lodge. It was a sold out show, Standing Room Only. "Thank You" for always being such a loyal fan. My Dad "Bill Spencer" and I send our very special thoughts and prays to Pauls family. Stay strong, put all of your trust and faith in God, and he will see each of you through. Paul, you and Mom are now in Heaven together, so please "behave" yourselves, and give Mom and big hug for me and Bill. Paul you will be truly missed by many."
- Jim Purdy
- Posted: Friday, August 29, 2008

"So many great memories of Paul will always put a smile on our faces.. He will be missed by all the knew him!!! Roy and I loved paul very much and are so honored to have known him as family... Are hearts and prayers are with all his kids and grandkids... "
- Roy and Melissa,Brandon,Dale Morris
- Posted: Friday, August 29, 2008

"Paul's granddaughter, Angie and I have been long time best friends for many years. I pray that God will be with all of the family as you grieve the loss of this wonderful man, I am deeply sorry for your loss and pray that all of you will get through this with God's will. Love, The Florkowski Family"
- stacie Florkowski
- Posted: Friday, August 29, 2008

"We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father he was my grandfather's best friend (Calvin Gatton) I know now that my grandfather has his buddy beside him keeping him company. Take care of each other and we will keep you in our hearts and prayers your father was a wonderful man. "
- Mary Ann & Josh , Miranda & Shelby Thompson Clark
- Posted: Friday, August 29, 2008

"We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of great loss. You will be in our thoughts during this difficult time in your lives. May you and your family find strength. "
- Debbie, Jeremy, Michael Dean
- Posted: Friday, August 29, 2008

"ARE HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU . YOU HAVE ARE DEEPEST SYMPATHY"
- GLORIA MATTINGLY `BOLT & FAMILY
- Posted: Thursday, August 28, 2008

"Our thoughts & prayers are w/U all in this sad time but, just remember that he is in heaven watching over all of U! God Bless!"
- Shirley Combs Trossbach & Bucky Bellere Jr.
- Posted: Thursday, August 28, 2008

"WE WOULD LIKE TO SEND ARE DEEPEST CONDOLENCE, MAY GOD GET YOU THROUGH."
- MR & MRS JOSEPH T. MATTINGLY
- Posted: Thursday, August 28, 2008

"A longtime friend til the end. Our hearts will forever be with all who knew and loved him as we did. May all of his girl's know that our home will always be open to love and comfort you at all times because our home was his and will forever be yours too. The memories we have will be in our heart always. May our dear friend rest in peace. "
- Chuck & Darlene Morris
- Posted: Thursday, August 28, 2008