Daphne Reams Wilkins, age 62 of Ball Ground, GA died peacefully at her home on August 31, 2015. Daphne was born in Milan, Tennessee September 3, 1952 to the late Claude and Lucille Reams. She was preceded in death by her loving nephew, Andrew Reams. She is survived by her devoted son Joshua Andrew and Kara Wilkins of Ball Ground, GA and daughter Brittney Gayle and Chris Antkowiak of Alpharetta, GA, who were the rainbows in her life; and granddaughters Anna, Abby, and Ansley who were the pots of gold. She is also survived by her sister Charlotte Barger of Ball Ground, GA; brother Colonel Ted and Carol Reams of Johns Creek, GA; and niece Julie and Ryan O'Connell and numerous cousins.
Daphne was a caring and compassionate person who loved animals and the beach. Her kids and grandkids brought so much love and laughter into her life. She will be remembered for her kind, loving heart and soul and her passion for collecting sea shells.
Daphne has chosen cremation and simplicity. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 3, 2015 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Friday, September 4, 2015 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Darby Funeral Home in Canton, GA for a celebration of her life. Interment will follow at Macedonia Memorial Park. Her memory will be honored by the family in Mexico Beach, FL at a later date.
The family would like to thank Northside Cherokee Hospital Staff and Doctors for the care and kindness shown to the Wilkins family during Daphne's recent stay.