Arthur Lew Wilkins' Obituary
Arthur Lew Wilkins, 67, of Casey, IL passed away at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Casey Health Care Center, Casey, IL. He was born October 20, 1946 in Caro, MI the son of Harold Wilkins and Bertha F. Taylor Wilkins. He is survived by his daughters, Annette Patton and husband Wayne of Casey, IL; Ann Paul and husband Jason of Casey, IL; Mabel Wilkins of Casey, IL and Gladys Lawhorn and husband Robert of Casey, IL; fifteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Jason Steele, Jr. Art previously worked for Walmart as a warehouse stock person and at Midwest Foundry in Coldwater, MI. He loved to fish and hunt. His favorite hobby was riding his bicycle which he fondly referred to as his "Harley." Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the Markwell Funeral Home with Rev. John Blaylock officiating. Burial will follow in the Washington Street Cemetery, Casey, IL. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday prior to the service at the Markwell Funeral Home, 200 N. Central Ave., Casey, IL. Memorial donations may be made to the family c/o Markwell Funeral Home, PO Box 175, Casey, IL 62420. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Saturday, November 23, 2013 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N. Central Ave Casey, IL Service Saturday, November 23, 2013 11:00 AM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N. Central Ave. Casey, IL 62420
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