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David Watkins Obituary

WATKINS-David Lewis Watkins, 65, of Wake Forest, NC, formerly of Mira Loma, CA, died Monday morning at his home. He was a retired Sergeant with the LA Sheriff's Department and former Homicide Investigator. Born in Michigan he was the son of the late Lewis Marvin and Jane Wiebe Watkins and was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Warren Watkins.Funeral service will be held 3:00 pm Friday, August 13, 2010 at Rose Hills Mortuary, Hillside Chapel, Gate 17, Whittier, CA. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Carolyn Mallory Watkins; children, David Lewis Watkins, Jr. of Highland, CA., Mark Thomas Watkins of Glendora, CA, and Cheri Lynn Elliott and husband Doug of Wake Forest, NC; 15 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several step grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

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Published by San Gabriel Valley Tribune on Aug. 12, 2010.

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August 13, 2010

We have so many good memories of Dave and the whole family. Dave was always so nice, very friendly, and lots of fun to be around. Your family were our best neighbors. God bless you, and take care of you Carol, at this time and always. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Watkins family. The Samonte family (Hacienda Heights, CA)

Lisa & Tim Krahulec

August 13, 2010

We will miss you so much, Dave. You and Carol have been such good friends to us since we moved to Wake Forest from CA and we love you like family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Watkins family.

Noel Lanier

August 13, 2010

David:
I know you are resting peacefully now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Carolyn during this time.

Noel Lanier (Sgt. ret. Class 165) Raleigh

August 12, 2010

I will miss you Mike, May you rest in peace and may god be with your family and give them all strength. Love ya man, Terry

John Butcher

August 12, 2010

So sorry to hear about Big Dave, always respected and looked up to him, he was one of a handful of role models for me when I was growing up, and upright man, always gracious and willing to share insight and wisdom with me, I now do the same with young ones today in much the same way he did. Please accept our condolences, we feel the loss of this good man and grieve with you.
John Butcher (Orange, TX)

Jeanie Monk-Normand

August 12, 2010

It's hard to believe that the Lord has taken David so early on. Our family wishes you all the best and God Speed to David. God grant you strength to get thru this difficult time. Cousins now and forever! Jeanie Monk-Normand

Jeanie Monk-Normand

August 12, 2010

We cannot believe the Lord has called David home already. I hope you can find comfort in the arms of Jesus, all of you! God Bless you.

Karen Monk Moeckel

August 12, 2010

I hope you find Peace knowing Both are with family we know ... I am sorry I don't rememebr meeting David but I sure enjoy the stories my mother would tell me about 'Little Buddy' ... He is in good hands upstairs.... Love you all, Prayers are from the Heart to you all ....

Sharon "Dolly" Leffingwell

August 11, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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