Statesboro, Georgia
Mr. Artemus Wilkins, Jr., entered rest, Thursday September 7, 2023, at his residence under the care of his wife and Regency Southern Care Hospice.
He was a dedicated member of the Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church where he served as a trustee and as church photographer until his health began to decline. He loved his church and enjoyed working to maintain the church grounds with the late Mr. Luther Tremble.
Mr. Wilkins had a love for fishing, enjoyed lawn care and living life to the fullest.
Artemus Wilkins, Jr., was preceded in death by his parents, Artemus and Della Deans Wilkins, Sr., his stepfather, Arthur Harris, a sister, Wynell Wilkins Crump, and a brother, Walter Harris.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his devoted wife, Jane W. Manderville Wilkins; his son, Xavier Farmer, a stepdaughter, Tanetta Manderville; his brother, Nathan Thomas Wilkins, his sister, Olivia Harris; cousins in which he held a special place in his hearts, Donna Guess and James E Lucas; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A walk-through viewing will be held for Mr. Wilkins, 4 pm to 7 pm, Friday, September 15, 2023, at the funeral home.
The funeral service for Mr. Artemus Wilkins, Jr., will be held 11 am, Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Rev. Gloria Reveire, pastor, Rev. Larry W. Scarboro, presiding and the Rev Earl A.Perkins, officiating. Burial will follow in the Bulloch Memorial Gardens.
Final rites are entrusted to Hill’s Mortuary, Inc.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.