John Richard Wilhelm Sr., age 75 of Russellville received his eternal reward Thursday, April 18, 2019 at his home. He was born October 19, 1943 at St. Charles, Missouri to the late George F. Wilhelm Sr. and Kyra K. Jenkins Wilhelm. He was a family oriented and selfless man who was spontaneous and energetic. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Daniel W. Wilhelm.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon K. Wilhelm; six children, Michelle Wilhelm, John R. Wilhelm Jr. (Lisa), Colleen Jernigan (Blake), Lynnette Davis (Tom), Jim Wilhelm (Julie), Stephen Wilhelm (Elizabeth); one brother, George Fredrick Wilhelm Jr.; eleven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home and River Valley Cremations in Dardanelle. Online Guest Book and Condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com