Mary Watkins Obituary

In loving memory of Mary Watkins of Monroe, North Carolina, who departed this world on August 25, 2024 at the age of 94. Mary leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Watkins to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Mary is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Mary's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Odus L. Starnes and Alma Knight Starnes of Waxhaw, NC.; her husband George C. Watkins; and her son George Edward "Eddie" Watkins (Lottie). She is survived by: her children, Helen Baucom (Terrell) of Monroe, Susie Thornton of Monroe, Larry Watkins (Dee) of Mt. Gilead, Faye Strawn of Wesley Chapel and Kay King (Wayne) of Marvin.

The family suggest that memorials be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church Building Fund, 4316 Hillcrest Church Road, Monroe, NC 28110.