Ann Watkins  

    Ann Smith Watkins, 83, of Lubbock went to her heavenly home on January 16, 2010. Memorial services are pending.

   Ann was born on January 11, 1927 in Winters, TX to C.O. and Beulah Smith. She graduated high school in Corpus Christi, TX then moved to Vega, TX. She married John E. Watkins on January 12, 1945 and lived in Vega most of her married life. She also lived in Amarillo and most recently in Lubbock to be near family.

   She is survived by her most precious treasures on earth, her three grandchildren, Justin and Alex Watkins of Lubbock and Laci Watkins of New York City. She is also survived by her son, Stan Watkins; daughter-in-law and caregiver, Brenda Watkins, both of Lubbock; several nieces and nephews; and many friends including her life-long friend, Rowena Looney of Amarillo.

   She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; an infant daughter, Lou Ann; twin grandson, Eric; and all five of her siblings, Ray Chick, and Charles Smith, Flavia Wheeler, and Stella Trull.

   Ann loved the Lord with all her heart, and with all her soul, and with all her mind. She was a member of First Baptist Church Vega and served as a Sunday school teacher and Girl’s in Action leader for many years. She also counted it a blessing to be the church nursery worker loving and spoiling all the children in her care.

   Ann held many jobs over the years, including owner of Vega Mercantile. She also was an accomplished artist. Many, many families have pieces of art hand crafted by Ann. She had a passion for creating beautiful art out of most anything including wood, aluminum, paper, canvas and paints, and anything else she could get her hands on.

   We will miss you and forever love you, Me-Ma. Rest in the Lord. You have fought the good fight, you have finished the course, you have kept the faith.

   At Ann’s request please make memorial donations to help feed the children through City Church Outreach Ministry, 205 S Polk St, Amarillo, TX.