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Harold Watkins Obituary

WATKINS Harold Richard Watkins on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. Beloved husband of Helen Mae Watkins. Stepfather of Marvin, Morris and Melvin Alexander. Son of the late Richard and Marguerite Baptiste Watkins. Brother of the late Donald and Sheila Watkins. Nephew of Cora B. Kelly and Olden Baptiste. Uncle of Rashawn Lelan. Godfather of Khaleem Sylva. Devoted cousin of Merlyn Thomas. Also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Shiloh Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; and members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity are invited to attend Funeral Services on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 10 AM at Shiloh Baptist Church, 723 Magellan St., Gretna, LA. Rev. Ernest London, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8 AM. Interment Mc Donoghville Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted to: MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME 1209 Teche St., Algiers, LA

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 7 to Dec. 8, 2009.

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December 12, 2009

Helen and family, just learned of your lost, and wish to send our condolences to you all. "Flash" will certainly be missed by our family. His lost to the community will certainly play a role in the lives of many.

Denard, Yvonne and family. Merced, Calif.

Gwendolyn Hunter and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Hunter, Sr.

December 11, 2009

Marvin, Lisa, and Brandy,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for your family.

Edwin Batiste

December 8, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

John and Gerie Levy(Uncle Tut's nephew)

December 8, 2009

Dear Helen,
We wish to extend our sincere condolences to you and your family. We pray that the wonderful memories of your husband and the grace of God bring you comfort during this difficult time.

tsMervin Pitts

December 7, 2009

I Mervin E. Pitts give my condolences to you Helen Watkins and your family .Im sorry I could not attend the funeral services.Im in Chicago on family business, but wish to express my dearest thoughts and prayers through your time of bevereavement .

Sincerely,
Mervin E. Pitts

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