Shirley Ann "Watkins" Johnakin's obituary , Passed away on May 28, 2026 in Raleigh, North Carolina

Shirley Ann "Watkins" Johnakin

September 3, 1937 - May 28, 2026 (88 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

Shirley Ann "Watkins" Johnakin's obituary , Passed away on May 28, 2026 in Raleigh, North Carolina

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Shirley Ann "Watkins" Johnakin

September 3, 1937 - May 28, 2026 (88 years old)

Raleigh, North Carolina

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Shirley Ann Johnakin Obituary

We bid farewell to Shirley Ann Johnakin (Raleigh, North Carolina), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 28, 2026 at the age of 88. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Shirley's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She is survived by: her children, Phyllis Bunn (Willie) of Raleigh, Jimmy Wayne Yarborough (Demitrius) of Garner, Derrick Yarborough of Clayton and Mark Yarborough of Raleigh; her siblings, Janie Faye Watkins of Garner and James Henry Watkins (Sandra) of Raleigh; and her nephew Louis Holmes (Linda) of Raleigh. She is also survived by Eight Grandchildren, Twelve GreatGrandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lea Funeral home



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June 02

Visitation

Lea Funeral Home Chapel
2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

Tue

June 02

Funeral service

Lea Funeral Home Chapel
2500 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

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