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Elizabeth Watkins Obituary
September 9, 1926 - April 29, 2013
Raleigh
Mrs. Addie "Elizabeth" Bryant Watkins of 1309 Manovill Place, Raleigh, NC, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, April 29, 2013.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 11 o'clock at First Baptist Church of Raleigh, 99 Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27603 with Dr. Rev. Christopher Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park, 2911 S. Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27603. The family will receive friends 6-8 pm Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 St. Mary's Street, Raleigh, NC 27605.
Mrs. Watkins was born in Goldsboro, NC on September 9, 1926 to Jeff Corbett Bryant and Addie Elizabeth Lee Bryant. She was the beloved wife of Claiborne Evans Watkins Sr. for 49 years and a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Raleigh, where she served in the Nursery Department for many years. Mrs. Watkins was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Mrs. Watkins is survived by one son, Clay Watkins, Jr. of Raleigh; daughter, Patricia Weston of Columbia, SC; three grandchildren, Clay Watkins III; Charlie Weston; and Lauren Weston; sister, Marjorie Ntakounakis of Maryland.
Mrs. Watkins is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Claiborne Evans Watkins Sr.; son-in-law, Richard Weston; sisters, Helen Dew; Martha Brock; and Mary Ann Sutton; brothers, J.C.; Bobby; and Bill Bryant.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Raleigh, 99 Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
Condolences may be sent to www.BrownWynne.com
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Memories and Condolences
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The Morganton Road Resort & Swim Club
May 2, 2013
To the family of Mrs. Pat Watkins Weston (Pat, Charlie, and Lauren): We love you & are sending warm thoughts of strength, love & healing. You have shown the beautiful ability to pull together & help each other weather any heartache or storm by reaching out, holding on, and eventually rising to stand! We offer our help in any way, as you helped us, and in the process you've become our Heroes! All our love, Bobby,Lynda,"Cousin Travis",Grant,Grandma Max & Gabby
Lynda Ritzen
May 2, 2013
Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful daughter & I know you brought your mom an abundance of joy throughout her life. I remember all the time you spent togther when we were in High School & Nursing School, how much she depended on you, & how you were always there to offer your love & support. I was thankful for the delicious mints she helped you make for my wedding. I recall how excited she was to plan your wedding & how much she enjoyed joining us for pool parties, picnics & other festivities after you & Richard were married. I remember her smiling at your baby shower & her anxiously awaiting the the arrival of her grandchildren. She absolutely had a daughter who always cared & tried to make sure she received the best & you & your children are incredible legacies to her memory. You were a strong, giving and steadfast daughter & I know your mother is proud!
Nicole Osborne
May 2, 2013
Clay I will be praying for you. Your mama was such a sweet lady. She will be missed. I am so glad that I had the chance to meet her. Love y'all! Huggs...
Love,
Nicole Osborne
Billy Cox
May 1, 2013
Your mom was such an incredible friend to my mother. I have such great memories of them together, especially on the "cruise to nowhere," laughing it up and sipping pina coladas like mischievous little girls. You were a wonderful son.
May 1, 2013
Clay, I understand the magnitude of your loss. You have been a caring,loving son for your Mother, and you can move forward through life with the knowledge that your Mother recognized your love for her and every moment appreciated your devotion and sacrifice.
Keith Rivenbark
Etta Maynard
May 1, 2013
Clay I am sorry for your loss. You have been a good son looking after her. May she now be free of pain and with her Lord. I remember the times you and she came to Mama's holiday meals. I always enjoyed seeing you and her.
Etta Puryear Maynard
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