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Laurel Watkins Obituary

Laurel Beth Watkins, nee Freeman, dearly beloved wife of Hubert D., retired Carol Stream P.D.; loving mother of Daniel J. (Susan), John F. (Hege) Watkins and Laurene M. (Joseph) Zeno; beloved daughter of Irene and the late Joseph; fond grandmother of Nicole, Eric, Robert, Jordan, Dana and Laura. Family and friends to gather Tuesday, July 2, for 6:30 p.m. Memorial Service at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 250 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Andrew United Methodist Church would be appreciated. For info, call DuPage Cremations, Ltd., 800-588-1132.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 30, 2002.

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September 20, 2009

Steven c. Watkins.

i did not know you but we have the same last name, god bless you and rest in peace.

Laurene Zeno

July 3, 2002

Thank you to all our dear friends and family who have shown a tremendous outpouring of love and support during our time of loss.

With love from,

The Family of Laurel Beth Watkins

Ray (Jack) Parrott

July 3, 2002

My deepest sympathy and best wishes go to all the family and friends of Laurel Beth at this time of bereavement.

Ray (Jack) Parrott

Bonnie George

June 30, 2002

With God's love comes this prayer

that you will find peace

in the care of those who walk with you through this difficult time

In heartfelt sympathy

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