Beverly Ann Watkins

Beverly was born on April 7, 1936, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Alfred Paul Travis and Grace Ivey (Wilson) Travis. She grew up alongside her brother John Paul Travis (late Laverne) and both agree they had the best parents ever. Beverly’s life was defined by her love for her family and her devoted faith. She was preceded in death by her beloved husbands, Joseph Platt and Thomas Watkins, and is survived by her daughter, Alison Mathews, her son Scott Platt (whom she proudly claimed as the best children ever - a sentiment not disputed by her children), former sons-in-law Tom Mathews (Cathy) and Mark Richardson and her brother-in-law Paxton Watkins (Shay). Beverly and Shay developed an unwavering bond to last a lifetime. Her grandchildren, Lyndsay Brisson (Jonathan) and Travis Mathews (Sarah), were sources of immeasurable joy to her. Lyndsay and Travis have blessed her with great-grandchildren: Nora, Emersen, Jordy, Brady, and Cayden.

She graduated from Piedmont Nursing School and embarked on a rewarding career in nursing for two decades before transitioning to Duke Energy as a customer service representative for another 18 years. She was known for her compassion, empathy and dedication, volunteering at Hospice for 20 years and serving in Stephen Ministry at Weddington Methodist Church. An artist at heart, Beverly found immense joy in painting and arts & crafts. She nurtured her creativity throughout her life, inspired by her parents who she cherished for fostering her imagination from an early age. An adventurous spirit led her on multiple cross-country road trips in her beloved '57 Chevy with her husband Tom, and she enjoyed exploring England, Scotland, and Ireland with various family members. Her positive outlook on life, infectious smile, and willingness to help others endeared her to all who knew her. Beverly cherished her lifelong friendship with Gail Scott and loved her cousin Elizabeth Whitton deeply.

She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews: Lisa Palma (Joe) and daughter Nicole, Kim Scott (Steve), Teresa Adams and daughters Caitlyn and Ashley and their children Matthew, Sam and Olivia, Victoria McDonough (Kieran), Brenda Dail, John Platt (deceased) and sons John Platt (Faiza) and Michael Platt (Emily) and their children Emerus and Lincoln, Jay Travis (Julie) and their sons Jack, Joey, and Jared, and Paul Travis (partner Tammy).

A drop in style celebration of life will be held on July 12th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 8264 River Road SE Southport, NC 28461 from 12 PM to 3 PM. Snacks and light lunch will be provided.

Beverly’s only request was that we dance at her party. So, let’s dance!

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Hospice Foundation in honor of Beverly's passion for caregiving through https://www.hpccr.org/ (Charlotte region) or https://www.gentivahs.com/.

In addition, the family wishes to thank the staff and residents of TerraBella, Southport for all their love and support. Beverly's kindness, creativity, and deep faith leave an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing her.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. May she rest in peace.

Online condolences may be made at peacocknewnamwhite.com

Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.