Martha Wilkins

(From Clark Funeral Home)

Martha Louise Wilkins, age 77, peacefully passed away on September 29, 2023. She was born on November 19, 1945, in Moberly, Missouri, to Leonard Louis Abeln and Dorothy Leiker. 

Martha dedicated her career to the medical field, excelling in office management roles. Most recently, she found fulfillment working in the hospitality industry at McDonald's, where she had the opportunity to brighten the days of those she served. 

Martha was a woman of diverse interests and passions. She had a love for exploring new places, which led her to enjoy traveling and broadening her horizons. Her love for reading allowed her to embark on countless adventures through the pages of books. Crocheting was a skill she mastered and used to create beautiful, handcrafted pieces. However, her greatest joy came from her role as a grandmother and great-grandmother, cherishing her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s presence and the title of GiGi. Martha also had a green thumb and found solace in tending to her plants. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she was a proud member of the Cornerstone Bible Church. Martha's life was marked by love and companionship. She was united in marriage to John Dale Conway and later to Bert L. Wilkins, both of whom preceded her in death.

Martha's memory lives on through her two daughters, Sandra K. Conway-Sava and Helen Kristine Padilla, one stepson, Kyle Wilkins, and her seven cherished grandchildren, Aaron S.L. Branstetter, Chance A. Branstetter, Charles D. Merrell, Victoria R. Munsterman, Joey A. Padilla, Michael J. Padilla, and Mario E. Padilla; also one brother, Robert Abeln of Platte City, Missouri and three nieces, Rebecca, Katherine and Laura. She was also blessed with numerous great-grandchildren. Martha was preceded in death by her parents, her two husbands, John Dale Conway and Bert L. Wilkins, and her daughter, Debbie Conway.

Martha Louise Wilkins will be remembered for her warmth, her love for her family, and her zest for life. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of her loved ones.

The family will have a memorial service at Cornerstone Bible Church.

Cremation arrangements under the direction of Clark Funeral Home.