SUFFOLK – Arie P. Wilkins, 97, passed away October 1, 2013. She was born in Southampton County, VA.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Alice W. and Richard E. Forrester, Sr.; sons and daughters-in-law, James W. and Liza Wilkins, C. Jeter and Ann M. Wilkins; and sister, Lydia P. Griggs.

A graveside service, per her wishes, will be held Friday, October 4, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Holly Lawn Cemetery with Rev. Matt Winters officiating.

Friends may join the family following the service at Bethlehem Christian Church for further time of fellowship and other times at the residence of Alice Forrester.

Memorial donations may be made to Bethlehem Christian Church, 1549 Holland Rd., Suffolk, VA 23434. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com.