She was born Sept. 20, 1935, in Clopton, Ala., to Roy and Mary (Harrison) Wilkinson.

She is survived by one son, Terry Wallin of Elkhart; her companion of 37 years, LeRoy Chaffee Jr. of Elkhart; two brothers, James Roy Wilkinson of Skipperville, Ala., and Alvin (Martha) Wilkinson of Phenix City, Ala.; and one sister, Versie (Gar) Overton of Ozark, Ala.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Jane Wilkinson.

Friends may call two hours prior to Monday's 7 p.m. memorial service at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. Cremation will take place, with burial in the family cemetery, Clopton, at a later date.

Ms. Wallin was a graduate of Carroll High School, Ozark, Ala. She was a lifetime member of the John Birch Society. She worked for Whitehall Laboratories for 40 years before retiring. She loved working in her flower garden and spending time with her family.

Memorials may be given to the Faith Mission or the Salvation Army. Visit www.billingsfuneralhome.com to leave online condolences