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BORN
1953
DIED
2003
Marcus Watkins Obituary
Memorial service: 1 p.m. Friday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home where the family will be present beginning at noon.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to The Arthritis Foundation, North Texas Chapter, 4300 MacArthur, Suite 245, Dallas, Texas 75209-6524.
Marcus was born May 24, 1953, in Fort Worth. He was a graduate of Southwest High School and attended the University of Hawaii on a football scholarship. During his lifetime, he volunteered for many baseball organizations as well as the Fort Worth ISD. Marcus was an avid baseball fan and loved the game at all levels. He was his happiest when he was at a ballfield watching his son play.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John H. Watkins and Kathryn Day Watkins.
Survivors: Son, Austen Watkins, a graduate student at TCU and former baseball player there, and Austen's wife, Jennifer; brother, John J. Watkins and his wife, Joan, of Fayetteville, Ark.; aunt, Evelyn Phillips and her husband, Cliff, of Dallas. He is also survived by Austen's mother, Gail Arseneau, and the many family members of the Arseneau Cleveland clan that loved him.
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6 Entries
Nancy Istook - Tessar
December 12, 2003
Dear Austen,
My dad called me to tell me that your dad had passed away. I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for you and your family. I know I haven't talked to you since highschool, but I have fond memories of you and your parents. I remember one night, a group of us were over at your house watching movies or something and your dad made vanilla milkshakes. I thought he made the best one in the world... I just wanted to let you know that I am keeping your family in my prayers!
June Crawford
December 5, 2003
To Gail, Austen, and family:
Elliott and I were deeply sadden to hear of Marcus' death. I am so sorry that we did not know any earlier. Marcus was a devoted father & he took great pride in you, Austen. I know he will be greatly missed. The times we spent with you and your family at Blue Raider and chasing the team all around the Metroplex were great times. You are in our prayers. May God be with you.
Love always,
June & Elliott Crawford
Pam Brown
December 4, 2003
Austen,
I have great memories of your dad-all the way back to high school. I know you have always made him proud.
Both you and your dad mean alot to our family (especially Gene). My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Sincerely,
Pam Brown (and Mike Kutach)
Sue, Shannon, Shawn, Ashley Hughs/McClellan
December 4, 2003
Austen & Gail,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Marcus was so dear to all who knew him and we will always remember our fun times at Blue Raider and Southwest.
Jo Warren
December 3, 2003
We have some very good memories of Marcus. And yes, most of them revolve around softball! Our families have shared some wonderful times together. I am only sorry we lost contact over the years. I do remember how much he loved his son and how special Austen was to him. May God bless you and your family during this time of loss. We will cherish the memories we have and the fun times that we shared with Marcus. Billy & Jo Ann Warren
Joe Wickware
December 3, 2003
To: Austen & Family
At a time like this there are no true words that I can say that truly express my sympathy for you. But, if we’ll focus on the good times we had at Southwest High supporting your father and you in your love for baseball, we’ll make it through these tough days. There will be more days to come that we'll have to fight back our feelings and we'll do it again with our thoughts of the good days. Stay strong and take care of your family.
With Love,
Joe O. Wickware & Family
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