Clara was born in Savannah, New York on February 25, 1941 to Osa and Ilma (Myers) Jackson.
On April 11, 1959 she married James Watkins who survives her.
After raising their family, Jim and Clara relocated to Sanford where they remained until her death.
Clara treasured the many Labor Day weekends she spent with her family and many friends at the family camp on Black Lake, NY.
Clara was predeceased by her parents, her infant son Michael, her son Duane as well as many brothers and sisters.
Clara is survived by her husband of 60 years, James, her daughter Ronna (Steven) Scott, grandchildren Tyler, Shelby, and Kiannah Scott. Kyle and Jared Watkins as well as many special nieces, nephews, friends and extended family members.
Calling hours will be held at The National Cremation and Burial Society in Oviedo, Florida on Saturday October 26th, 2019 from 12:00-1:30 with a funeral service immediately following.
Entombment will take place at 3:00 in The Woodlawn Memorial Park in Gotha, Florida.
Clara’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Home Care Now for the wonderful care provided to her during her illness, with an extra special thank you to Debby Brown for going above and beyond.
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