Dylan C Watkins

Dylan Michael Conroy Watkins, 30, of Cherry Hill, NJ, passed away suddenly on the evening of June 10, with loved ones by his side.

Dylan was born on September 10, 1994 in Voorhees, NJ to Paul and Andrea Watkins. He grew up in the neighborhood of Barclay Farm in Cherry Hill, and later made a home in Bordentown, NJ and South Philadelphia.

After graduating from Drew University in Madison, NJ, Dylan spent his career in several customer service and non-profit roles, and most recently as a Premium Analyst at a Philadelphia insurance company. Dylan was known for the care and compassion he provided to customers and colleagues as he truly loved to connect with people.

Outside of work, Dylan loved to laugh with family and friends, cook and try delicious new foods and drinks, escape into thought-provoking shows and movies, play challenging video games, and advocate for social and political change. He had a passion for music that he shared with others by curating the perfect playlist for every occasion and attending as many music events as he could in and around Philadelphia.

He is survived by his parents, Paul and Andrea Watkins, his siblings, Rory, Gabe, and Ava Watkins, and his partner, Farah Anwar. He's preceded in death by his grandparents Michael and Mary Zawoyski, Janet Watkins, and Roy Melton.

Those who knew Dylan will remember him for his infectious and warm personality, positive and open mindset, humility, selflessness, and his ability to make everyone laugh and feel comfortable. His exemplary character will live on in those that were lucky enough to call him their brother, son, partner, relative, and friend.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation Thursday June 19th from 3:30-5:30PM at Eugene J. Zale Funeral Home 712 N White Horse Pike Stratford, NJ. A Service will begin at 5:30PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the following organizations in Dylan's memory, as they were close to his heart:

Loeys-Dietz Syndrome (LDS) Foundation: LDS is the rare genetic disorder that impacted Dylan's skeletal and cardiac health throughout his life - https://give.marfan.org/give/290341/#!/donation/checkout

Sunrise Movement: An organization that Dylan has donated to and volunteered for which is comprised of young people fighting to stop the climate crisis - https://secure.actblue.com/donate/in-honor-of-someone