Kathy Ann Watkins' Obituary
Kathy Ann Watkins, age 40, of Bridgeville, DE, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at her residence. She was born on June 22, 1971 in Seaford, DE, daughter of Paul Edwin and Peggy Ann (Sammons) Jester of Greenwood, DE.
Ms. Watkins grew up in the Bridgeville and Federalsburg, MD area, attending Colonel Richardson High School, Federalsburg, in the late 80’s. She dedicated her life to being a devoted homemaker taking care of her loving children. Through many difficult times she was always available to her family and friends in any way she could help. Ms. Watkins was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, companion and friend who will be missed by so many.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Watkins is survived by her loving companion of 11 years, Gary Lynn Willoughby of Bridgeville, DE; 2 sons: Alan W. Watkins of Magnolia, DE, and Garrett G. Willoughby of Bridgeville, DE; 2 sisters: Dawn T. Hurley of Secretary, MD and Michelle L. Wheatley of Greenwood, DE; lifelong friend, Mae Starr of Seaford, DE, know by Kathy as, “Big Sis”; dog Taco; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
A Celebration of Ms. Watkins Life will be held on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Hardesty Chapel, 202 Laws Street, Bridgeville, DE 19933, where friends may visit beginning at 2:00 PM. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to assist in defraying funeral expenses, C/O Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium.
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