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1945
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2017
Marshall Watkins Obituary
December 19, 1945 - June 16, 2017
Raleigh
Born in Lillington, NC to Howard and Mary Watkins. He was an exceptionally loving husband to Debbie, and a wonderful dad to their son Mark and their daughter Denise and her husband Ritch Funderburk. He adored his grandsons Noah and Cayden Funderburk. He is also survived by his brother Bill Watkins. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:30am on Thursday, June 22 at Christ Baptist located at 400 Newton Rd, Raleigh. Light reception and visitation afterwards.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marshall Watkins
Jay Dick
July 9, 2017
Fond memories of Marshall from our years with Westinghouse, NC State football games, and electronics trade shows. Best wishes to the family.
Traci Mckinney
June 21, 2017
Marshall, Daddy, you were like a dad to me growing up. I loved coming over to see Denise and you and Debbie/momma would be up watching a movie and you always welcomed me with open arms. Love truly flowed from you and Debbie and it continues to live on in Debbie , Denise, Mark, And your precious grandkids. I love you Enise D family,
Love,
Enise T, Traci Mckinney
June 20, 2017
Fond memories of an exceptional individual! May God strengthen and give his peace and understanding to the Watkins' family. Debby Matthews Ryan
George and Rebecca Womble
June 20, 2017
Praising God for Marshall and a life well lived!
We treasure our memories of all of you!
Your Womble Family
"Because I live, you also will live."
John 14:19
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