of Bellefonte, AR
January 28, 1941 - January 23, 2014
Dianna Gail Watkins, age 72, of Bellefonte, died at her home surrounded by family Thursday, January 23, 2014. She was born February 28, 1941, the daughter of Bert and Leatrice (Yearns) Holloway, having still lived within a couple of hundred feet from where she was born.
Dianna was a member of Eagle Heights Baptist Church and had previously attended Bellefonte Baptist Church for 40 years. She enjoyed singing with the choir, and working with the Hand and Foot ministry.
Dianna has been an Avon Lady for 37 years, having been the #1 sales person in the district many times, receiving numerous awards throughout the years. She enjoyed her customers and visiting with each one of them. She and Ralph enjoyed hot
rods and street rods throughout their marriage. They were active in building many of them. They had made trips in their hot rods from Colorado to Knoxville and all over the Southern states. They enjoyed local, regional shows, and certainly
enjoyed the national events. Dianna had claimed one of the hot rods as her own.
Dianna is survived by her husband, Ralph Dale Watkins, of the home; one daughter, Pamela Gail Watkins, of Bellefonte; one sister, Roberta Mae Shawver; a host of other family; and many friends.
Funeral service was Saturday, January 25, 2014, at Eagle Heights Baptist Church, with Bro. Eddie Reed officiating.
Pallbearers were John Watkins, Gary Watkins, Bob Watts, Hoot Simmons, Keith Cornett and Tim Addis.
Honorary pallbearers were the Elizabeth Sunday School Class of Eagle Heights Baptist Church.
Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of the Hills House, PO Box 1927, Harrison, AR 72601; Susan G. Koman for the Cure, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309; or Gideons International, P.O. Box 997, Harrison, AR 72602-0997.
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11 Condolence(s)
Burts Family
Monday, January 27, 2014
We are truly sorry to hear of Dianna's passing. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in this sad time. (Rev. 21:4)
Shell Jenkins
Monday, January 27, 2014
My thoughts are with you pam,and Ralph. Dianna was a wonderful woman.
Carl and Kathy Smith
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Ralph and Pam, we are so sorry for your loss. Dianna was a very special lady who will be missed. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Carl and Kathy Smith
SHERRY HOLCOMB
Saturday, January 25, 2014
i'am sorry for Pam and Ralph for your loss ,I'm sure you will miss her alot? such a sweet lady. .REMEMBER GOD HEALS ALL.
Irene Patton
Saturday, January 25, 2014
I will miss Diane she was my Avon lady for 30 years. She was a dear friend.
Sincerely,
Irene Patton
Cindy Lawrence, Ray & Lois Paul
Saturday, January 25, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Dianna's passing. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. But know she is in a better place singing with the angels.
Mike & Carol Stewart
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Ralph & Pam,
We were deeply sadden to hear of Dianna's passing. Know that she is in a better place and that our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Susan Jennings
Friday, January 24, 2014
Dianna was a beautiful woman and will be missed by so many. May God's comfort surround you and give you peace at this time and in the months ahead.
Harvey and Frances Slape
Friday, January 24, 2014
Ralph and Pam we are so sorry for your loss.We will always remember Dianna, she was a sweet person.
Beverly & Carl Bear
Friday, January 24, 2014
We love you all and we loved Momma Dianna who is now again singing in the choir as she so faithfully did at EHBC, just as Bryan lovingly expressed at choir Wednesday night. May God comfort you and give you peace as your loving EHBC family continues to pray for your family. In God's Love...Beverly and Darlin'
Dola and Tom Berg
Friday, January 24, 2014
God bless and comfort you. We will keep you in our prayers. Love, Dola and Tom