MARY WATKINS

Mountain Rest – Mary Sue Watkins, 70, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at her residence.

 

Born in Mountain Rest, South Carolina, Mary was the daughter of the late John Bomar and Lula Christen Ramey Cobb.  Mary formerly worked for Blue Haven Orchards and was a member of Mountain Grove Baptist Church.

 

Left to cherish her memories are her sons, Joe Cothran of Walhalla, and Benjamin Watkins of Seneca; daughter, Christine Watkins of Mountain Rest; brothers, Marvin Cobb of Mountain Rest, Alvin Cobb of Walhalla, Johnny Cobb of Seneca; 3 grandchildren, Cheyenne, Corbin, Caleb; and 3 great-grandchildren.

 

In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her sisters, Margaret Baumgarner and Frances Waldrep.

 

Per Mary’s wishes, no formal service will be held.

 

The family is at their respective homes.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mary’s memory may be made to Oconee Humane Society, PO Box 966, West Union, SC 29696. Condolences may be expressed online by visiting www.sandiferfuneralhome.com.

 

SANDIFER FUNERAL HOME IS ASSISTING THE WATKINS FAMILY