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Mother Fannie Mae Watkins

10/15/1925 - 06/11/2023

Obituary For Mother Fannie Mae Watkins

On Sunday, June 11, 2023, Fannie Mae Watkins 97, of Axton transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. She was born in Franklin County, VA on October 15, 1925, the daughter of the late Prince Albert McEnhiemer, and the late Eliza Anna Lee Berger Watkins.

In addition to her parents, Fannie was preceded in death by her husband, Macy Conrad Watkins, and one son, Macy McKinley Watkins.

Fannie was a member of True Bread Worship Center where she was the church mother. She retired as a seamstress after 50 years of dedicated service.

Those left to cherish her memory include three daughters, Evelyn Watkins Burgess of Eden, NC, Doris Watkins of Axton, VA, and Barbara Watkins Thompson of Crawfordville, FL; ten grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives, and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 11 a.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home and burial will follow at Watkins Family Cemetery, 2516 Old Liberty Drive, Axton, VA with Bishop John Campbell, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.

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The Loving Light Dishgarden was sent for Mother Fannie Mae Watkins - June 18, 2023

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TRACY D THOMPSON sent Serene Retreat for Mother Fannie Mae Watkins - June 17, 2023

Dear Barbara. We will keep you and your family. In prayer. Please know. We are thinking of you.

Clarence, Tracy, Nathan and Chris Thompson

Nicole and Chaning Burgess sent Sympathy Spray for Mother Fannie Mae Watkins - June 15, 2023

Gran Fannie, You were a beacon of light in our lives and you will truly be missed but we know you are watching over us from heaven.

Until we meet again, Love Chaning, Dequan and Nicole Burgess

TO BARBRA AND OTHERS OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.GOD BLESS YOU'LL.A BEAUIFUL WOMAN INSIDE AND OUT.MUCH LOVE

Our prayers are with you'll.God bless u.much love

: To Barbara & Family of Miss Fannie M Watkins. We send our condolence and prayers of peace & strength during your time of grieving. May the LORD'S Spirit be present during the Celebration of your beloved Mother's Homegoing🙏

Love & Prayers, Charles & Cynthia McGriff, Ethel M. Thompson

TO BARBARA AND FAMILY MY CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER. PAT HALL

To Barbara and Family:

My condolences on the passing of your Mother 🙏🏼

Evelyn and the entire Watkins family,you have my deepest sympathy. Willie Mae Harris

Grand Fannie's later days were greater than the former. A daughter after Father God's heart. She walked by faith and not by sight, she shared the Good News of Jesus, His death, burial, and resurrection. She has an intimate loving relationship with the Heavenly Father wanting all her kindred to receive salvation (children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, etc. Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:8, Ephesians 2:8-9 to come into the knowledge of the Truth be saved and have a real-true relationship with Jesus. Our beloved ran her race, finished the course, and kept the faith. She left us with a legacy of Love. She lived a long life, with Love and prayers for all people and a greater love for Lord Jesus. Tomorrow is not promised, all have sinned. Grand Fannie is in Heaven with Jesus. Titus 3:5. Love and Prayers Allan & Irvette

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A Beautiful🌹has Transition into a more Beautiful🌹Mrs. Fannie was such a "Special Young Queen"😊We always had Great and Enjoyable Conversations.She would call me if we hadn't talked in awhile and just put "Joy"in "My Heart" and make "My Day So Wonderful 🤗 Evelyn,Doris(Classmate/Friend) Barbara,Torrey,Remaining of Grands,G/Grands,Family and Friends 💕 You'll have My Utmost Condolences ♥️ You😘Mrs.Fannie(Richetta A.Hairston/Bassett Va)

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY,ST PAUL A.M.E CHURCH FAMILY

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.MAY GOD HOLD TO YOUR HANDS

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Remembering my dear sweet Aunt Mae, her wisdom, her beautiful smile and her love for her family and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!❤️

My heart is hurting but I am rejoicing in knowing that you are safe in the arms of Jesus!💔🙌🏽✝️

Forever in my Heart ❤️ Your Niece Brenda Taylor

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Remembering my dear sweet Aunt Mae, her wisdom, her beautiful smile and her love for her family and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!❤️

My heart is hurting but I am rejoicing in knowing that you are safe in the arms of Jesus!💔🙌🏽✝️

To the family of Mrs Mae Watkins,I offer my sincere condolences. We grew up in the community with her children. Ms Mae as we called her was a beautiful lady who worked hard for her family.She had a quiet and sweet spirit. She was always pleasant and kind. You will be in our prayers.Your mother lived a long and peaceful life. May God be with all of you during this time.R93MRFC

So sorry to hear of Mae's passing.

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

Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

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