Richard L. Wilkinson, Jr, 54, of Granite City, IL died on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on August 19, 1971 in Granite City, IL to Richard Wilkinson, Sr and Cathleen Werner.

Richard was a musician for over 30 years playing the drums.  He had a musical album published and music was his passion.

Besides his parents, Richard is survived by a daughter, Alexis Guzman of Hickory, KY; a son Joshua Clark; a grandchild, Mateo Guzman and his fiance', Stephanie Hale of Granite City.  Also surviving are 3 brothers:  Mark Bradshaw, J.D. Wilkinson and Tommy Harmon; a sister and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Richard is preceded in death by a brother, Robert "Bobby" Wilkinson.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com