Jesse Lucas Watkins "Luke"

Jesse Lucas Watkins "Luke" obituary, Rockwall, TX

Jesse Lucas Watkins "Luke"

Jesse Lucas Watkins "Luke" Obituary

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Jesse Lucas Watkins (Luke) was born in Montrose, Colorado on January 2, 1980 to Tom and Mary Watkins. Luke attended grade school & middle school in Ridgway Colorado and graduated in 1998 from Rockwall High School. Right after his graduation, he started his own business, which was Summit Lawn and Landscape, up until the time of his death. In 2010, he was blessed with his beautiful daughter, Ella Kae. She was the light of his life, and his family was very important to him. He enjoyed fishing and hunting in Alaska and in Missouri at our long-time family friend, Freddie's. He will always be lovingly remembered by his 8 year old daughter, Ella Kae, mom, Mary, dad, Tom, brother, Justin, sister-in-law, Erin, niece, Chloe, nephew, Haydn & various aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends. He was greeted in Heaven by his loving grandparents, Sally & Webb Watkins and Billy & Berniece Peoples, and his uncle, Doug Watkins. John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life."

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May 11, 2019

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May 7, 2019

June Phoenix posted to the memorial.

May 2, 2019

Kelly Gathright posted to the memorial.

May 11, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss; please accept my deepest condolences in this difficult time of sorrow and may you find comfort knowing that all those who fall asleep in death are in God's memory (Psalms 116:15). My sincere regards, ~MM~

June Phoenix

May 7, 2019

I wish you all the best and I pray for you and your family.

Kelly Gathright

May 2, 2019

I spent a lot time with Luke back in 1989 when I moved to Colorado to guide for Tom. Luke was a really good guy, & I know he will be missed greatly. Prayers for his family, especially that beautiful little girl that he left behind. God bless.

Chris Davis

April 19, 2019

I am very sorry for your loss. I have fished several tournaments with Luke and he will be greatly missed.

Drendua Stevenson Ibarra

April 19, 2019

Mary Ellen, I am so sorry to hear about your son. I never knew him, but being in school with you, I wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry that you are going through this very difficult time.
I remember all the nights we spent together st your house and every time I hear the song
Listen To The Rhythm of The Falling Rain' I think of those slumber parties we had at your house in Rockwall.
My prayers are with you and your family.

Rhonda Rodgers

April 19, 2019

So sorry for your loss. I know he will be deeply missed! His daughter & family are in my thoughts & prayers
Love & prayers,
Rhonda Rodgers (Martys mother-in-law)

Bernetta (EVERETT)CURTIS

April 19, 2019

He created so many memories for his entire family. RIP he will be greatly missed

Shirley Cooper Wilcox

April 19, 2019

My son Jay was Lukes long-time friend. Luke did my flower beds in Rockwall years ago. Jay has been suffering since learning of Lukes passing. Its so very hard to understand, in fact impossible. I pray peace for his family and little girl as only the Father can give. I am so sorry but thankful Luke is in the presence of Jesus.

Tiffany Sanders

April 18, 2019

I'm sorry we couldn't make it tonight. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. We only knew Luke for a short time but from what we did know he was a really great guy. My heart breaks for your family.

Ayman Alqaq

April 18, 2019

Luke,

You were one of the greatest men I have ever met. I loved our fishing trips together, and your positive energy in any given situation. What I loved most was the relationship between you and Ella. That is the exact relationship I always want to have with my little girl. You may be gone, but I promise you will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace, brother.

Warm Embrace Arrangement

Kyle Ballode

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Janis Ferguson

April 18, 2019

Justin,the Ferguson family Jerry, Janis, and Phil) are deeply saddened by the loss of your brother,Luke. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.

Cris Burnett

April 18, 2019

Tom and Mary I am so sorry for your loss.My prayers are with you.

Always  Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Peggi D'Agostino

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CASEY PEOPLES

April 18, 2019

First, I can't believe I am writing this.:( It truly makes my heart so sad. I first met Luke back in 2011 and he and I quickly became really close. I have so many wonderful memories with Luke, and I will never forget our endless conversations and all our good times we shared together. He knew he could always call me when he needed me and I could do the same with him as well. My favorite memory with Luke was the time he took me out on Lake Ray Hubbard with him, and for once, he did not catch a darn thing. He called me his bad luck. From that point on, we swore I would never go fishing with him again. Ha!ha! Man, I will miss this guy. I will miss his laugh. He will always be in my heart and I will always remember all our good times together. I love you Luke! I will miss you terribly.

Love your cuz,
Casey

Sherri

April 18, 2019

RIP Luke. You will be missed by all. My heart goes out to your family and especially your baby girl. I pray God surrounds her with the Prince of Peace.
I know you are smiling in heaven just like you were always smiling on earth. Except for when your crews were late or didn't show up LOL.
Take care my friend. Ill see you in the next life.

Charlie and Dawn Sydow

April 18, 2019

Charlie and I are heartbroken over your loss of Luke. Live love life and onto better things. Gods speed Luckster!!! Love your only Yankee friends❤❤❤

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Wesley Graves

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Tammy Warren

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a loved one

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Gary Capp

April 17, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. I only met Luke one time but if he was anything like his parents he was a good person. Z9AKD

Connie Hanson

April 17, 2019

Mary,Tom, Justin

I know the hurt you are feeling and am so sorry that you are going through the loss of little Luke-I think Luke was the first new pioneer in Elk Meadows.
Broken hearts can heal and I know your faith will help you through this difficult time. Love to all, Connie Hanson

Larry & Rusti Stevenson

April 17, 2019

Rusti (Heflin) & I are very sorry for your loss..My daughter, Kelli, told us numerous times what a good guy & great Dad Luke was..May God bless & comfort you..

April Thomas

April 17, 2019

I met Luke at work when he would come in as a customer. He was always friendly, so when I found out that he had a landscaping company I hired him to trim my trees at home. Luke was always easy to talk to and always had a smile. Just a good guy all around. I'm sorry for his family, you are in my prayers.

Tommie Smith

April 17, 2019

Luke was so special. We enjoyed getting to know him when he did our mowing. Little Ella was always a joy when she was with him. The love between these two was a sight to see ~ simply the most heartwarming thing ever ! Our hearts are broken. Please know Mary & Tom that you are in our thoughts & prayers for God's peace, grace, and love to wray his arms around your family as you travel this sad road. Much love.

Mary Guthrie Vickers

April 17, 2019

So very sorry for this loss. Prayers for the family.

Anniece & Eric Murray

April 16, 2019

Luke was a great man!!! We met him through a mutual friend when we need to rehome a German Shepard we had rescued. He made it very clear that she needed to be good with kids because of Ella. He sent me pictures of Ella and Lilly in her playhouse the day they met. I loved seeing all the pictures of them and Lilly fishing in the boat. Please know our prayers are with Ella and his family for comfort during this very difficult time.

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