BORN

1957

DIED

2014

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Pixley Funeral Home

322 West University Drive

Rochester, Michigan

Patricia Watkins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 29, 2014.

WATKINS, Patricia A., age 56, of Rochester, died March 27, 2014. Pat was a 1975 graduate of Rochester High School, was employed as a Respiratory Therapist with Crittenton Hospital for thirty years, retiring in 2013 and was a member of Rochester Church of Christ. Loving and devoted mother of John and James Watkins. Beloved daughter of Joan Green and the late James Green. Sister of James (Ann) Green and Ted (Liz) Green. Also surviving Pat are her nieces and nephews. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m. Monday at Rochester Church of Christ, 250 W. Avon Road in Rochester Hills, MI 48307. Her family will receive friends at the church from 10:00 a.m. Monday until the time of the Memorial Service. Memorial contributions in her name can be directed to the Rochester Church of Christ or the American Cancer Society.

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March 31, 2014

Fran

It was a pleasure to meet Patricia and her wonderful family at Crittenton. She will not be forgotten by those of us who took care of her and may she rest in peace. My condolences to her family and friends and co-workers.

March 31, 2014

Jennifer Green

I'm so lucky to have been given you to be my aunt. You inspire me to be a better person and to live life to the fullest. I love you so very much and will carry my special memories of you with me always.

March 30, 2014

Catherine (Green) Stehl

I am forever thankful that we are cousins and I will never forget your kindness and help when I needed it. I will miss you, but you are welcome here anytime you want. Pat, you were taken too soon. Love forever and a day.

March 29, 2014

Jenny Grupido

You will be missed...you will not be forgotten...I am forever thankful for our talks...I love you and look forward to seeing you again one day!

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