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Lillian D. Watkins Strange

03/06/1956 - 11/09/2024

Obituary For Lillian D. Watkins Strange

Lillian D. Watkins Strange, 68, of Belle Vernon, PA formally of Axton, VA departed from this life on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital in Monongahela, PA. Lillian was born on March 6, 1956, to the late James W. Watkins and Beulah Martin Watkins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by, three sisters, Margie Watkins, Sarah Morrison, and Lillie Carter; and four brothers, Jessie Watkins, Bobby Watkins, and Lewis Watkins, John Henry Martin

Lillian attended Mt. Sinai Holiness Church in Axton, VA. She worked at American Furniture until her retirement.

Those left behind to cherish her memory include, one daughter, Amy (Vick) Strange of Axton, VA; one grandson, Javonte M. Martin of Axton, VA; one sister, Shirley W. Adams of Axton, VA; and three brothers, Melvin Watkins, Richard Watkins, and Larry Watkins (Lori) all of Axton, VA., and a special friend and caretaker, Brenda Allen of Pennsylvania.

A visitation will be held Friday, November 15, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. until the time of her funeral service at 2:00 p.m. at Evangelical Holiness Church, 17340 Martinsville Hwy, Axton, VA 24054. Pastor Marvin Slade will be presiding. The burial will follow at Watkins Family Cemetery in Axton, VA.

A public viewing will be held Thursday, November 14 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette Street, Martinsville, VA. At all other times the family will be receiving friends at the home of her sister, Shirley W. Adams, 2793 Sandy River Road, Axton, VA.

Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.

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Get your rest Ree!! I love and will miss you, my bingo buddy.

Dana Campbell

My friend Ree always thought I was bluffing when we was playing cards... I will miss you always ❀️

Rick James

Praying for and with the Watkins and Strange family during this season of bereavement Sending love and hugs to Amy Vick Tay Tay during this difficult time Lonnie & Vickie Strange

Iam saddened to learn of the passing of Lillian. A special hug goes out to her daughter,Amy. Also to the remainder of the Watkins and Strange families. Lean on God. He will take care of you πŸ™ ❀ God loves you and so do we. Norma Gravely & Katrina Gravely

The card table wont be the same without you Ree. It was a pleasure, thank you for all the memories and laughs.

Josh Turkovich

Your in my prayers I will always remember your laugh.until meet again.

Condolences and prayers to Brenda & Ree's Family! She had a great laugh & always smiling! Sincerely, Lou (Woody) & Barb Woodson and Judy McNeil

Judy McNeil

I'm Really Going To Miss You Ree

Rest with God. I will miss you and your laugh! My heart hurts ❀️❀️❀️

Laurie Sutovich

To my sweet friend Amy i am so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet Mom you are in my prayers and thoughts and i send my condolences πŸ’

Joyce Tarpley

My friend Amy your Mom will truly be miss my prayers and deepest condolences are with you and i am here for you . πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ’”πŸ₯²

Joyce Tarpley

Prayers & Condolences, May God Wrap His Arms Around You All & Keep You. Shirette Carlock. Rest Well Rees5E

You will truly be missed my dear friend. Praying for the family. πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ

Toni Pollard

Deepest condolences to all of you family and friends .

Chrissy

Giving my condolences!~The Jones

Cekia Jones

Condolences and prayers for family.Ann Hairston

I'm so sorry Amy, love you Tammy

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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