Stella Marie Watkins, 78, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. She was born in Lebanon, a daughter of the late Christ and Priscilla (Wile) Tulos, and spent much of her adult life in Myerstown.

Stella cherished her family and friends, and cared for every person she met over the years. She had a special bond with her two grandchildren, Clayton Phelps and Caden Birch, and her niece and nephews.

She is remembered fondly by family and friends for her quick wit and one-liners which never failed to entertain those around her. She enjoyed spending time with her siblings and their families.  Her crafty nature led her to create beautiful floral arrangements, which she loved giving to others.  She also enjoyed music and dancing, especially the oldies and Elvis.  Another passion was the love and care for animals which included the many pets she had in her life and the therapy dog, Charlie, who visited her every Wednesday at Cedar Haven.

Stella is survived by her husband of 50 years, Terry L. Watkins, who resides at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center, her daughters Mindi Phelps (Ken), and Teri Manbeck (Steve), her grandchildren Clayton Phelps and Caden Birch, and her siblings Lena Grodensky, Jean Nuttal, and Christ Tulos (Carol).

She is truly loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends. "Love you to the moon and back"

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in Stella's memory to: Serenity Hospice of Pennsylvania, 205 Granite Run Dr., Lancaster, PA 17601 (215.867.3700) or Keystone Pet Enhanced Therapy Services (KPETS), 1001 E Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543 (888.685.7387) https://kpets.org/

Thompson Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements.  Please share your memories with the family at our online guest book at thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com