Martha Watkins Obituary
The memory of Martha Watkins of Centralia, Illinois, who passed away on January 26, 2025 at the age of 76, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jewell Ditto and Schafer of Arizona; her former husband Bobby Lee Grimes; her brother Steven Ditto; and her son William Lee Grimes.
She is survived by: her husband Larry Watkins; her sons, Jerry Grimes (Christine) of St. Louis and Jeffrey Grimes (Juanita) of Radom; her grandchildren, Jennifer Senn, Justin Grimes, Brandon Grimes, Caleb Grimes, Nathan Grimes, Noah Grimes, Nickolas Grimes, Renee Penn, Brittany Mitchell, Bryan Grimes and Bobby Grimes; and her sister Pansy Patton of Jefferson City.
A graveside service was held on Friday, February 14th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Peaceful Valley Cemetery West Shield (206 N Merritt St, Odin, IL 62870).
Memorials may be made in Martha's honor to the family wishes.
