Arlene Virginia Briggs

BRIGGS, Arlene V, 61 of Pinellas Park, FL passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at her home. Arlene was born on September 20, 1952 in Worcester, MA to the late Harry B. & Gladys L. (Markmann) Briggs. She grew up living in the Main South area and attended North High School. Arlene was a homemaker raising her family, received an education in Home Healthcare and retired from retail. She enjoyed spending time with her loving family, going to church spending time in the Bible and worshiping the Lord. She also enjoyed spending weekends on the beach, crocheting and she loved to play bingo. A great loss to those who are left behind, but a blessed reunion for Arlene to meet her Lord, for her heart truly belonged to Him. Here to keep her memories are her three children; Lisa (Pablo) Nunez of Pinellas Park, FL, Kelly St. Germain of Kenneth City, FL and Luis (Lilli) Rodriguez of Worcester, MA., nine grandchildren; Lasette, Antonio, Gianna, Elijah, Sheyenne, Jared, Analise, Amari and Dalanie, a great granddaughter; D’Naijah, three sisters; Marilyn Briggs-Wilson, Shirley Briggs-Antobenedetto and Audrey Briggs-Morrissey and a brother; Robert K. Briggs all of Massachusetts with a very large and loving extended family. Of all the accomplishments of Arlene’s life, her greatest was the Glory of God. She will be missed by all who knew her. Memorial contributions may be offered to the American Cancer Society, 4801 86th Avenue North, Pinellas Park, FL 33782. Friends are calling on Monday, July 14, 2014 from 5-6 pm with the Funeral Service at 6 pm all at the Family Fellowship Center, 5475 54th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33774. Arrangements are being handled by the Serenity Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, FL 33774, Ph# 727-562-2080. Condolences may be offered at www.serenityfuneralhomelargo.com.