Kimberly Nelson Watkins Obituary
The family announces the passing of Kimberly Nelson Watkins of Laurens, South Carolina on September 7, 2026. Kimberly, born on September 1, 1969, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Kimberly Nelson Watkins to show support.
She was predeceased by: her father John Larry Nelson; her brother-in-law Danny Quarles; and her great-nephew Justin Jr.. She is survived by: her mother Margaret Ruth Nelson; her husband Don Watkins; her stepsons, Devin Watkins (Jennifer), Austin Watkins (Angela) and Justin Watkins (Lauren); her sister Cynthia Quarles; her grandchildren, Huxtin Watkins, Kinsley Watkins and Riley Watkins; her nieces and nephews, Tonya Quarles, Danielle Quarles, Blaine Quarles (Carly) and Trandon Seibert (Hailey); her great-nieces and great-nephews, Akyle Chapman, Dannilynn Hall, Caydence Quarles, Remi Quarles and Ma'Dory Chapman; and her friend Denise Matthews.
A graveside service was held on Monday, September 14th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Forest Lawn Cemetery (765 E Main St, Laurens, SC 29360).
