Elizabeth Rose Watkins, 83, of Kenosha, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at Aurora Medical Center with her loving husband by her side.Born on November 5, 1937, in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late Harold Ives and Don and Helen Christenson.Betty met the love of her life William “Willie” Watkins at Warwick Manufacturing in Zion, IL. On May 17, 1958, they were married at Our Lady of Humility Catholic Church in Wadsworth, IL. They moved to Kenosha in 1975.Elizabeth was employed by Sanmina Corporation until her retirement.In her younger years, she enjoyed playing softball, bowling, going on motorcycle rides and attending Hamfests with Willie, call sign KA9QMM. Elizabeth was a huge Brewers and Packers fan and always looked forward to watching the games. Another favorite pastime for Elizabeth was winning it big at Ho Chunk Casino. She cherished time spent with her family and friends at picnics and birthday parties. Elizabeth looked forward to visiting relatives during the many road trips with Willie in their RV and always spoke about their next big adventure together.She is survived by her husband, Willie Watkins of Kenosha, WI; four children, Randy Watkins, Scott (Kathryn) Watkins, Jamie (Rose) Watkins all of Kenosha, WI, and Kelly Watkins of Portland, OR; ten grandchildren, Brandon, David, Emily, Anthony, Eric, Elizabeth, Matthew, Samantha, Kayla, and Liam; two great-grandchildren, Ryder and Harper; and one brother, Jim (Peggy) Christenson of Anchorage, AK. She is further survived by other loving family and friends.Visitation will take place at Proko Funeral Home on December 3rd from 2:00pm until the time of service at 4:00pm. Interment will be private.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111 60th St. 262 654 3533Visit & Sign Elizabeth’s Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com