Obituary of bell hooks

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Ms. bell hooks (born September 9th, 1952 as "Gloria Jean Watkins") died quietly in her bed on December 15th, 2021 with her closest friends nearby. Her cause of death was reportedly Kidney failure. She was 69 years old when she passed.

Gloria is survived by her parents, Rosa Bell Watkins and Veodis Watkins, as well as her pet alpaca, Luna.

Professionally, Gloria was a Author who was best known for being an American author, professor, feminist, and social activist.

When she was not working as a Author, Gloria was known for her love of model car building and she would spend hours most Thursdays checking at it. Ms. Watkins (the deceased) also spent a millennia visiting with her older sister most Wednesdays when she was able to spare a unspecified hours. Ever since she was a girl in Hopkinsville, many remember Gloria as a crackpot with wonderful anecdotes that pleased everyone. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a cash donation to the Heart Foundation in Gloria's honor.

A internment is scheduled for Saturday the 5th at the cemetery in Hopkinsville. The service will commence at 2PM with a reception to follow hosted by her older sister at the graveside where refreshments will be served. All are welcome to the visitation to be held at cemetery at 1PM.



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bell hooks Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Watkins, Gloria
    • Common Name: bell hooks
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Hopkinsville, Kentucky, United States
    • Birth Date: September 09, 1952
    • Age: 69 (at death)
    • Occupation: Author
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Libby's Brown Beans
    • Favorite Color: Gold
    • Favorite Scent: Diesel Only The Brave Wild
    • Favorite Actor: Chris Evans

    Gloria's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Gloria Jean Watkins
    • Father: Veodis Watkins
    • Mother: Rosa Bell Watkins (née Oldham)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: December 15 2021 at age 69
  • Place: Berea, Kentucky, United States
  • Cause of Death: Kidney failure

Category Tags:

AuthorAmerican Born on September 9th Born in 1952 Born in Kentucky Died in 2021 Died at age 69 Died from Kidney failure

Quotable Quotes:

"It's not enough that we do our best; sometimes we have to do what's required to get by in this tough situation."

"I was profoundly hurt by that and saddened by that, and it inspired me to try to get a new coat without so many patches,"

"In the pages of history, Gloria Watkins will always be remembered as the beautiful, talented and tragically lost woman who was taken from us too soon. (V)"

"Gloria Watkins lived a life filled with courage, passion, and advocacy, forever leaving a profound impact on those she encountered until her passing. (V)"

"Gloria Watkins dedicated her professional life to advocating for social justice and women's rights. Sadly, she passed away following a long battle with a terminal illness, leaving behind a legacy of inspiring and empowering others. (V)"

Is Ms. Gloria Watkins still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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