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Isabelle Elizabeth Davis Watkins

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WATKINS, Isabelle Elizabeth DavisWife of the late dentist, Dr. Lewis Eugene Watkins of Meharry Medical College, peacefully went to live with God, Friday, August 29, 2008 in Knoxville, TN. Isabelle was a retired educator at St. Vincent de Paul School, where she was a faithful church member for over 50 years. Isabelle is survived by daughter, Clevonne (Watkins) and Dr. John B. Turner of Knoxville, TN; son, Dr. William Eugene Watkins of San Diego, CA; daughter, Lynette Alecia Watkins of Nashville, TN; brother, William Howard (Sara) Davis of Columbia, SC; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren. The family will receive friends, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church at 1700 Heiman Street. Memorial service, 12 p.m., Father John officiating. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Fisk University, Attn: Adrienne Latham, Alumni Affairs, 1000 Seventeenth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37208-3051. Final Arrangements Entrusted to: JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY of KNOXVILLE, TN, (865) 524-5575.

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Published by The Tennessean on Sep. 2, 2008.

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Bridget Kelly

September 9, 2008

God is good all the time and we were blessed to have g-mommy touch so many lives. There is a special place in heaven for her. Thank you mom and dad for showing us how to care for your parents after they have so lovingly cared for you. Blessings and Grace to you.

My love always, Robin Turner

September 7, 2008

To my dearest sweet Mommy:

I love you and wanted to publicly THANK YOU for taking such awesome care of Grandmommy...you and Daddy are the best and I want you both to know how much you mean to me! My dear sweet Madison would have been so PROUD of you both for being such great and loving caretakers! God bless and know how much she adored and loved you!

Pam Daniels

September 4, 2008

Clevonne, John, Stephanie, Robin and Bridget,

You all are in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve your mother and grandmother. May you find peace and comfort in each other.

Love,
Pam

Mattie Tippitt (Lyons)

September 3, 2008

Clevon,

Deepest Sympathy. Your mother was a very precious and loving person. May you continue to keep your hand in God's hand. May God continue to bless you and your family.

Love, Mattie Jean Tippitt

DENIECE DUNCAN (LLOYD)

September 3, 2008

Lynette,
You are in my prayers. Your mom was truly a classy person. My degree is in 2ndary educ and " Miss Watkins" was one of the teachers I often speak of when I am asked to define "a good teacher " . You can call me old school if you like.... her way worked best. Again my condolences.. 8th grade St Vincent 1967 (duncan)

September 3, 2008

To the Watkins Family:

Your mom was a great woman and educator. She will be missed.

Jacqueline Fleming Hampton, Ph.D.
St. Vincent de Paul
Class of 1977

Sam McCullough

September 3, 2008

Lynette,
May you be comforted by the fact your Mom and Dad are reunited again with our Lord and Savior. They were truly two of the most wonderful people I have had the blessing of knowing. You all are in my prayers ,and may God continue to bless and keep you strong. Keep your hand in Gods hands and he will bring you through one more of lifes storms.

Kenneth Lewis

September 3, 2008

My exprressions & foundist memories of a GREAT teacher an person whom i will always RESPECT an LOVE ....

Kenneth Lewis - Class of ' 1960
St. Vincent De Paul / Brother of
Richard A. Lewis, Nashville, Tenn

A.D. Baxter

September 2, 2008

Dear Mrs. Turner,

Your mother was a precious gift from God. We always felt special in the presence of her sweet spirit and dignified manner. It was evident that she was the strength of your life and you were the source of her strength. The love you expressed as a primary caretaker was patient, kind, gentle and long-suffering. The fruit does not fall far from the tree. She was a beautiful example of "Only what you do for Christ will last". She fought the good fight and kept the faith. Continue to be a blessing.

A.D. Baxter
Dr. Dougherty and the Cole staff

Gayle (Sherrill) & Michael Barbee

September 2, 2008

To another part of family, I will always remember the good times between us (the children) and our parents. We are always here for you and will always remember and love Isabelle.

The Poteats

September 2, 2008

Our thoughts and Prayers to the family. Isabelle was a special friend to our Mother and family. We love her and will miss her very much.

Anne McGinnis and family

September 1, 2008

Dr. and Mrs. Turner, I rejoice in the Homegoing of your mother, but I also share the pain that goes along with the separation from a love one. I am praying that God's love will give you the peace and comfort that you will need. You are very special to me. With love,

Renda Baker

August 30, 2008

my thoughts and prayers go out to the family.may God bless you

Barbara Harrell

August 30, 2008

I heart felt sympathy and my love are with you the family. Miss Izzy was a very special lady. she had my love the first day she came into my life. And i gained a new family. The family welcome me with open arms.If there is anything i can do. Please let my know. Love you all.
Barbara Harrell C.N.A.

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