Harry P. Gilkerson 76, of Sandwich passed away at home on August 14th 2016. He was born in Peoria IL. January 25,1940 to the late Thomas Abraham and Mildred L. ( Hawkins ) Gilkerson. Harry was a truck driver, enjoyed playing card and his most important joy was his family. He is survived by his brothers; Jack Gilkerson of Streator, Gary Gilkerson of TX. and Carl ( Butch ) Gilkerson of Earlville. He is also survived by his niece and nephews; Christine (Dale) Kaiser of Mendota, Curt (Kayla) Gilkerson of Mendota, Steven (Patricia) Gilkerson of So. Elgin, Carl (Joanne) Gilkerson of Peru, Craig Gilkerson of Omaha, NE and Jimmy (Karen) Gilkerson of Montgomery. He is preceded in death by his parent, his sisters Clara and Joyce and brothers Junior, Jim and John. Memorial visitation will be held August 27th 2016 at Beverage Family Funeral Home 104 terry Street Sandwich, IL from 2-3 p.m.