Norma Jean Watkins

Obituaries

November 8, 2023

Norma Jean Watkins

October 22, 1933 – November 6, 2023

Norma Jean Watkins, age 90, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at Highland Park Manor in Okmulgee. She was born October 22, 1933, in Sulphur to the late M.D. and Alta Alice (Trett) Kirby. Friends may visit the funeral home Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 1-6 p.m.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, at the McClendon-Winters Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Okmulgee Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Okmulgee. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on Mrs. Watkins’ Tribute Page at www.mcclendon-winters.com.

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