Irene Wilkinson
Irene Martin Wilkinson was born on February 1, 1954, to Thurman and Virgie Martin in San Antonio, Texas. On August 6, 2025, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and so much love, after a courageous fight with cancer.
Irene was the heart of her family, an amazing wife, mother, sister, aunt, and Nana. She loved big and unconditionally, and that gift continues to surround us, holding us together even in our grief. She filled our lives with traditions, laughter, and the kind of love that made everyone feel welcomed and cherished. Irene was also a wonderful baker and had a deep love for music, often filling her home with the songs that brought her joy. She was fierce, funny and kind. Her spirit lives on in her grandchildren, whom she adored.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents, Thurman Joe Martin and Virgie Faulks Martin; and her brothers, Fred Martin and T.J. Martin (Martha).
She is survived by her beloved husband, Herman Wilkinson; her daughters, Tammy Polk Herrera, Michelle Loukphom (Patrick), and Brittany Kelly (Sean); her sons, Jason Polk (Jackie) and Herman Wilkinson Jr. (Amy); her sister, Shirley Hartsfield (Scooter); her brothers, Donald Martin (Ruthie) and Alton Martin (Debbie); her sister-in-law, Martha Martin; her grandchildren, Brandon Polk, Jordan Herrera, Devin Loukphom, Jayden Loukphom, Mazlyn Herrera, Gavin Loukphom, Nathan Polk, Braddock Kelly, Natalie Wilkinson, Ava Wilkinson, Gracie Wilkinson, and Kendra Wilkinson; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
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