Lee W. Wilking

Lee W. Wilking, 91 of Long Point passed away Monday (February 9, 2026) at OSF St. James Medical Center, Pontiac with his family at his side.

Private family services will be held with burial in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Lee was born on May 1, 1934, in Minnesota to Edward C. and Bertha M. (Hatton) Wilking. He married Janis Gingrich on November 3, 1956. She preceded him in death on June 14, 1998. He later married Rosalyn Ruff on July 24, 1999. She preceded him in death on August 2, 2016.

Surviving is son Doug (Tina) Wilking of Long Point, daughter in law Kathy Wilking of Marseilles, grandchildren, Roberta (Richard) Ellis, Christopher Wilking, Vanessa Wilking and Zach McStoots, 5 great grandchildren, Michael, Sam, Zayne, Kolsen and Christopher.

He is preceded in death by his parents, son Daniel and brother Herman and sister Wilma (Berg) Wilking.

Lee served in the US Army, was a member of the Long Point American Legion and the Long Point United Methodist Church. He retired from CF Trucking and Ruff Brothers Grain.

Lee was a loving husband, father and grandfather and true friend to many. He was kind and humble hearted man of God. He loved the Lord with all his heart. Lee was a prayer warrior and loved to read and study Gods Word and to share it with others. With unconditional Love, he taught us through life lessons he learned to love one another, forgive one another. Always pray for others and ask for Gods guidance in all things.

Lee loved working with his ponies and loved restoring old tractors with the help of many wonderful friends. He loved playing pool with his buddies at the elevator pool hall. They always kept him laughing and smiling. They called him the “Legend” to the end.

We have peace in our hearts knowing that Heaven is his final destination.

Dad always said: Before bed God willing, see you in the morning! Gods will, He took me Home to Heaven, Father in Heaven, “Thank You to All who knew Our Dad and was a part of his life” In Jesus name Amen.

Lee didn’t want a wake or a funeral. He wanted everyone to Remember him the way he was smiling.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to a charity of the donors choice.