It was with deepest and heartfelt sorrow that Lavender's Funeral Service announced the passing of MR. JOHN “JOHN JUNIOR” WILKINS, JR., 93 of Aliceville, Alabama on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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PUBLIC VISITATION for Mr. John Wilkins was Friday, May 22, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Lavender's Funeral Service.
THE HOME GOING CELEBRATION HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY of Mr. John Wilkins, Jr., of Aliceville, Alabama was Saturday, May 23, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at St. John Baptist Church, 16421 Highway 14 in Pickensville, Alabama. The body of Mr. John Wilkins, Jr., was in state in the church one hour prior to the service.
INTERMENT immediately followed the funeral service in Magnolia Memorial Cemetery, 9654 Highway 14 S, also in Aliceville. Reverend Henry Lee Williams, Jr. is the Pastor of St. John M.B. Church. Reverend Eddie James Wilkins, Pastor of St. Andrews MBC in Chicago, IL and brother of Mr. John Wilkins, Jr., was The Eulogist.
The Wilkins Family Chose The Professional, Experienced, & Compassionate Funeral Directors & Staff of: Lavender's Funeral Service 11233 Highway 17 South - Aliceville, AL 35442. 205-373-2420
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Sending prayers and condolences to the Wilkins family during this difficult time.🙏🙏🙏
May God surround you with His comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead. May the precious memories you shared with your father bring you comfort and remind you of the love that will always remain in your heart. Praying that the Lord gives you courage for each day and holds you close as you grieve.
My condolences and prayers go to Family. John 14:1-3
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Luther@Alma
To the family of departed brother and friend, with great sadness we send all of you our deepest sympathy. We pray that God will put his wings around you, because we know just how much love, and prayers that your family needs now, tomorrow and all those days ahead. I know that your father would say, keep your head high, don't look down, because I'm not here standing beside you, but he would say, I will always be with you. 🙏🏾
I'm sending my deepest condolences to The Family & many friends. I'm sorry for your loss 😢 🙏
From Pastor Jones & Lady Connie, we're praying for your family at this moment of strength, Praying that God will give yall tha strength that Only He can give in time like these!
My Heartfelf Condolences and Prayers to the Wilkins Family.
My sincerest condolences to the Wilkins Family, may God grant each of you peace and understanding. The memories go way back. Find comfort in knowing God granted Cousin John a long beautiful life, and he now resides with Jesus.
Sending my deepest sympathies for the family , I'm praying for your comfort knowing that god is in control.
A Life Well Lived! May you experience the Peace of God that surpasses your understanding! Praying for the Family! Paulette Locke-Newberns
Send in my prayers and condolences to the Wilkins family 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
May Almighty Father God bless and comfort the family 💖💖 and strengthen the family 💖
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