Rhonda was a wonderful mother, a homemaker, and a devoted wife.
She is survived by her daughters, Robyn Tonya Watkins of Asheville, NC and Luella Michelle Simoneau (Bobby) of Pelion, SC; grandchildren, Matthew Simoneau of Pelion, SC and Joshua Simoneau of Pelion, SC; aunt, Joann of Union, SC; nephews, Jarrad Gardin of Union, Bryan Gardin of Union, Wayne Watkins (Jearlean) of Gaston, Jerry Watkins of Reno, NV; nieces, Tina Causby of West Columbia, SC, Patricia Sharpe (Wendell) of Lexington, SC, and Kimberly Pedersen (John) of Pelion, SC; along with several great nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of over 50 years, Robert J. Watkins; her parents, Frances and Arthur Coleman; brother, Wayne Coleman; and sister, Marsha Sumner.
A Celebration of Life memorial will be held at 1:00 PM on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
Memorial contributions can be made in Rhonda’s honor to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org/donate).
