Mattie Watkins, age 93, passed away peacefully October 21, 2026 at her home. Mattie lived a long and meaningful life centered on her family, faith and the love she shared with those around her.
Mattie was a devoted Christian whose faith was an important part of her life. She was a long-time member of West Park Heights Baptist Church in Anniston, Alabama, where her love for the
Lord was a shining light. Her faith, strength and love for her family were lasting examples to those who knew her.
Mattie’s greatest blessings were her sister, nieces, nephews, and special friends. She leaves behind loving family and friends who will forever cherish her memory.
She is survived by her sister Doris Howell, nieces Pam Reaves (Ricky), Emily Reaves, and Glenda Denson (Anthony), nephews Leonard Howell (Julie), Tommy Reaves, Frank Reaves (Angel), Robert Reaves (Allison) and grand nephews and nieces.
Mattie was preceded in death by her parents O. E. and Winnie Lee Reaves, brothers Billie Reaves and Douglas Reaves.
Family will receive friends Sunday, October 25, 2026, Gray Brown-Service Mortuary, 1329 Wilmer Ave., Anniston, Alabama with visitation at 1:00 p.m. Service will be officiated by Rev. Paul Broom
to follow at 2:00 p.m. with burial at Eulaton Baptist Church Cemetery, Anniston, Alabama. Pallbearers will be Robert Reaves, Billy Reaves, Ricky Cole, Anthony Denson, Don Bussey and Brent Pointer. Honorary Pallbearers will be John Paerson’s Sunday School Class.
Mattie’s love of flowers, fishing and cooking was only surpassed by her love for her family and friends. Her sense of humor and kind spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved
her. While her family grieves her passing, they can find comfort in the promise of eternal life and hope of being reunited again one day. Her earthly journey has ended, but her faith has become
sight, and her loved ones can take comfort in knowing that her life was rooted in the Lord she loved. She will be dearly missed, lovingly remembered and forever cherished.
