Harold Arthur Pilkington

Danville- Harold Arthur Pilkington, Jr., 64, of Danville finished his long battle with cancer at 8:30 AM on October 5, 2012 at Provena United Samaritans Medical Center in Danville. He was born on September 29, 1948 in Gary, IN to Harold Arthur, Sr. and Edna Maxine Bailey Pilkington. He was first married to Barb Pilkington. He later married Crystal McBee, who preceded him in death in 2008. He is survived by three daughters, Robin Pilkington of Covington, Tracey (Brad) Wright of Covington, and Jessica Potts of Danville; brother Arthur (Kory) Pilkington of Franklin, WI; step-mother Mari Dunifer; grandchildren Tristian, Evan, Gavin, Noah, Logan, and Khai; seven nieces and nephews, Valerie, Laura May, Carl, Kelli, Keila, Rogan, and Isabelle; great-nephew Shawn, as well as several other great nieces and nephews; and his three dogs, Choco, MoMo, and Domino. He was preceded in death by his parents, a step-son, Jason McBee, a sister Patty, and niece, Marilyn Toliver. Harold had last worked at Lowe's for ten years until his retirement, and had previously been employed at the Commercial-News. He loved to work outside and fiddle around in the garage and had enjoyed golf and fishing in the past. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandsons and his dogs. A service to celebrate the life of Harold Pilkington will be held at 5 PM on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, a Life Celebration Home in Danville. Pastor Drew Mentzer will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded following the services. Visitation will be held from 2-5 PM prior to the service on Tuesday, also at Sunset in Danville. Please join Harold's family in sharing memories, photos, and video of his life through his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.