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Jerry Watkins Obituary

LOUISVILLE -Jerry S. Watkins, 76, of Leitchfield, formerly of both Frankfort and Louisville, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2016. He was a teacher at PRP High School and retired after 34 years of service. Served as a School representative for the Jefferson County Teacher's Association, was an academic coach, a member of C.A.P., and was an assistant baseball coach at PRP High and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Jerry was a member of the Moose Lodge #2453 Grayson County. Jerry is preceded in death by his brothers, Benny and David Watkins. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Sally Ledford Watkins, their sons, Brian S. Watkins (Toni) and Greg T. Watkins (Angela). Siblings are, Jim Watkins (Jan) and Paul Watkins, grandchildren are, Nathan, Isabelle, Jackson and Kacie. A funeral service to celebrate Jerry's life will be conducted at 12 noon on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 in the chapel of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven, 4400 Bardstown Rd. Guests are invited to attend a visitation from 3-8pm on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 and after 10 am the day of the funeral. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hosparus of Central Kentucky, 105 Diekcks Dr. P.O. Box 21492149, Elizabethtown KY 42702 or the National Kidney Foundation, 8920 Stone Green Way Suite 100, Louisville, KY 40220. Please visit us online at www.archlheadyresthaven.com

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Nov. 14, 2016.

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Julie (Miller) Nichelson

November 15, 2016

I was fortunate to have Jerry as both a teacher and as a colleague. I always appreciated his honesty, his wit, and his commitment to his students. He encouraged me as a young teacher to get involved with coaching quick recall, and it showed me the importance of doing "more than what you were hired to do" in making a difference in our school and community. To the family, I pray that you will find comfort in many good memories, and in the way his life was a positive influence on so many people.

John Morris

November 14, 2016

I remember him as a wonderful teacher and someone that would always take time to talk to you. May god bless him and I send my thoughts and prayers to his family.

Chuck Sallee

November 14, 2016

Jerry was one of my oldest and best friends. I introduced he and Sally back in the 60s. I am grateful that we reconnected a few years back and had several good visits. He will be truely missed.

Brenda Gordon (Hatfield)

November 14, 2016

Prayer to Mr Watkins's family. He was my teacher in the 8 th grade. How the time flies by. I remember he always had a cup of coffee on his desk. I'm sure to keep him focused on how roudy we were going to be Day to day. Very found memories of him. God bless he was one of a kind .

Sharon Zimmerman

November 14, 2016

I knew Jerry from being a JCTA representative and an academic coach. Jerry was a great representative of his school and a good coach. I considered him a friend

Scott Majors

November 14, 2016

Mr. Watkins made an incredible impact on my life. He was a great teacher who taught me some of lifes most important lessons. I will miss him. -

Linda Bennett

November 14, 2016

My family has many fond memories of Jerry has a friend and has a teacher at PRP. Hugs and prayers to your family from ours - Linda Andrews Bennett, Janice Andrews, Richard Andrews, Carolyn Andrews Burke and Ruth Andrews (RC Andrews Family)

Paul and Melissa Hare

November 14, 2016

We always enjoyed playing cards with Jerry or just hanging out and talking with him. Jerry was a very kind and wise man. He will truly be missed.

Carol & Art Newman

November 13, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a pleasant person to be around and we will miss him.

Love
Carol and Art Newman

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

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Arch L. Heady at Resthaven & Resthaven Memorial Park

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

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16

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Arch L. Heady at Resthaven & Resthaven Memorial Park

4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

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