of Hot Springs, AR
April 8, 1971 - June 6, 2025
Vallie Jo (Peake) Wilkerson, 54, of Hot Springs, Arkansas passed away on Friday June 6, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born and raised in Hot Springs. Vallie was a bright and driven student, graduating as valedictorian of Lakeside High School in 1989. Her academic excellence and beautiful voice earned her scholarships to Nation Park College and Henderson State University, where she received her teaching degree before continuing to pursue a law degree at William H. Bowen School of Law. A brilliant attorney, Val combined intellect and heart in everything she did.
Those who knew Val will remember her as a real-life Elle Woods - sharp, stylish and spirited. With her pink flare and bubbly blonde energy, she brought light and laughter to every room she entered. Val had a passion for life's simple joys: weekend yard sales, a good scary movie, scrapbooking, cooking for the people she loved and enjoying her favorite Taco Pronto meal. But more than anything, she loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a loving mother, devoted daughter, loyal sister, adoring ''Gigi'' and beloved friend.
She is survived by her dad, Glen Peake; her three children, Nick (Morgan) Wilkerson, Jessica (Tucker) Moix, Josh (Maria) Wilkerson and four cherished grandchildren, Blakely and Tatum Moix, Timber and Ridge Wilkerson. She also leaves behind her sisters, Kimberly (Bob) Pymn, Kristi (Michael) Blades, Courtney Peake, Glenda and honorary sister/best friend, Marika Pickens Neeve, her loyal fur baby Rowdy and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Val was preceded in death by her mom, Judy Peake. We find peace knowing she was the first to meet her at Heaven's Gates.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 2:00PM with a Visitation one hour prior. Burial will be private.
Though our hearts are heavy with loss, we are also full of gratitude for your love and legacy we will carry with us in every story we tell, every goal we chase and every memory we hold dear.
In her spirit, wear a pop of pink and share a story that makes you smile.
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18 Condolence(s)
Blakely Moix
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Vallie Wilkerson was my grandma. She always thought more of other people than her she gave you the best and funniest gifts ever. She loved seeing papaw Peake everyday and going to his house and making delicious meals for him. I never got to hang out with her much but me and my brother went to her new house where she was gonna live by her sister Courtney Peake.Me and my brother Tatum were talking about staying the night with her one night because we thought her house was cool we even called dibs on which room we were going sleep in. We went to see her in April for a late Christmas. She faces a lot of funny and great gifts. She loved her kids and sisters equally. She was someone’s sister daughter mom and even a Gigi. She was the most caring person could probably ever meet. Her outfits and hair in the olden days were so cute and poppy.She loved pinks and shiny stuff. Just like me! I love her so much and miss her I just wish I could’ve said more things to her and hung out with her more often the only reason we couldn’t see her more often is because she lived in Hot springs. Which was like an hour away. I love her so much and so did everyone else! She will be missed by many people!💗
Barbara and David Melugin
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Glenn and family, I’m so sorry to read of Vallie’s death. The loss of a child is devastating. I remember washing clothes and Judy bringing her in for me to see. She was beautiful and Kim was so cute running around the station. 🚉 So many years ago! I also remember being so poor that you would hold our $2 check for gas until Friday so we could get to our classes at Henderson. You, Judy, Earl and Ms Peake were wonderful people and sounds like you have wonderful daughters. ❤️
William Taylor
Saturday, June 14, 2025
I remember Val from church we attended, Her and her Mom and Dad were the best they had the store and laundry. I miss them all , may She rest in peace til the Lord comes to call us all home.
Thad & Suellen Stracner
Friday, June 13, 2025
Missed greatly, loved our times and talks... Those calls where we could help shall be cherished.
Thad and Suellen
McKenna Pymn
Friday, June 13, 2025
Aunt Vallie was a beautiful soul who always had on the most bling and color she could. Since I was a little girl I had looked up to her for her accomplishments in school, and strived to become an attorney like her one day. When my family and I had flown down for my late uncles funeral, we were able to spend some of Vallie’s last moments together. She had gifted me a law dictionary pocketbook to brush up on the language that is law. When we opened it up, pink glitter busted out of the pages. Truly reminding us of the authentic and sparkly woman that was my aunt Vallie.
Martin Bettis
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Too young to pass. Heaven has gained an Angel. Love you cousin
Deanna Keihle
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Val touched so many hearts during her life. She will be missed.
Lauren Pymn
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
We don’t live close, so spending aunt Vallie’s last days with her was extra special. She had such a big heart with buying me and my family Christmas gifts or getting us our favorite snacks while we stayed with her. She took me and my sister thrift shopping, an activity we enjoyed sharing together. Her kind soul will be deeply missed, but I find comfort in knowing she’s reunited with grandma and uncle Billy in heaven.
Barbara Thaler
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
I have so many fond memories of Val, and our summers back in Arkansas. I'm so thankful that Butch and I got to go back and see her and most of the family last year. My heart is breaking for all of you. I'm sad that I can't be there to celebrate her life, but know that we are there with you in spirit, and keeping all of you in our prayers. We love you. Barbara, Butch and family.
Pat Alpe
Monday, June 9, 2025
To the family of Val Wilkerson:
Words cannot express how much Val will be missed by all of you. I know the pain that you are in now, but know that she is in a great place now and free of pain. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Woody harbin
Monday, June 9, 2025
You will be truly missed praying for the family. God‘s peace, comfort, and wisdom. God bless.
Mary Phillips
Monday, June 9, 2025
Nick, Jessica and Josh
I’m so sorry to hear about your sweet mother. You will all remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Francis
Monday, June 9, 2025
Jessica and family ~ I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. You and your family will be in my prayers. Sending love and hugs.
Dee Norman
Monday, June 9, 2025
Rest in love, sweet girl
Alina Rudakova
Monday, June 9, 2025
Val was truly a bright sunshine of a person, and she will be greatly missed by all who were privileged to know her.
Kimberly Pymn
Monday, June 9, 2025
There are no words to describe the hurt and loss I feel as we say goodbye to you, my beautiful sister and best friend. You meant so much to so many. Your sweet spirit and big heart will be so missed. I love you more than you will ever know. You were a gift from God to me and I will be so grateful for the time I had with you. I love you!
Raymond Dean Pickens Jr.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Dwayne Harper
Monday, June 9, 2025
RIP sis
Love u.