Background
Wilkinson, James Richard was born on March 21, 1907 in Washington, Georgia, United States. Son of Thomas Gregg and Mary Agnes (Ezell) Wilkinson.
Wilkinson, James Richard was born on March 21, 1907 in Washington, Georgia, United States. Son of Thomas Gregg and Mary Agnes (Ezell) Wilkinson.
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Auburn U., 1928.
Practiced architecture with various firms, 1928-1936. Associate Burge & Stevens, Architects, Atlanta, 1936-1945. Partner Stevens & Wilkinson, Architects, Engineers, Planners, Inc., Atlanta, 1945-1968, president, 1968-1972, Chairman of the Board, 1972-1977, chairman finance committee, 1977-1980.
Professional advisor Architectural School Auburn U. Works include: Daniel Building, Greenville, South Carolina., Continuing Education Center U. Georgia, Athens, Georgia Baptist Hospital, Atlanta, Sears, Roebuck & Company stores in Southeast, Rich’s, Inc. stores, Law School Emory University, Atlanta, Hartsfield International Airport, Central Library, Tower Place, Atlanta, Citgo Headquarters, Tulsa.
Served to First lieutenant, construction officer United States Marine Corps Reserve, 1944-1945. Fellow American Institute of Architects (recipient regional and national awards). Member Phi Delta Theta.
Clubs: Capital City, Piedmont Driving.
Married Kathleen Shearer Asher, March 9, 1940. Children: James R., Clay Thomas, Thomas Perry.