Nathaniel "Bo" Watkins

Nathaniel "Bo" Watkins obituary, Apopka, FL

Nathaniel "Bo" Watkins

Nathaniel Watkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Marvin C. Zanders Funeral Home, Inc. on May 11, 2025.

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Born on October 27, 1958, in Wilmington, Delaware, Nathaniel "Bo" Watkins, Sr. was the son of Elese Young and Willie Earl Watkins, Sr. Raised in Central Florida, Bo received his entire education within the Orange County Public School System, culminating in his graduation from West Orange High School. After completing his secondary education, Bo developed a strong interest in appliance repair and in- stallation. This passion led him to build a career in the field, ultimately becoming a valued team member of Aggressive Appliances.
Bo was a devoted man of faith, who found deep peace and strength through his own personal relation- ship with God. While known for his lively conversations, he was also the family anchor.always making sure everyone stayed connected. His love for his family and friends was unwavering and unconditional.
Outside of his professional life, Bo had a sharp eye for fashion and a true appreciation for style. He also found great joy in sports, especially as a passionate fan of the Los Angeles Lakers and the Green Bay Packers. He is preceded in death by his father, Willie Earl Watkins, Sr., brother Willie Earl Watkins, Jr. and sister Tangela Walker.
Bo leaves behind a legacy of love, strength and faith. He is also lovingly survived by his MOTHER, Elese Young and eight CHILDREN, Nathaniel Watkins II (Krystin), Tashira Wilson, U'Sheika Martin, Quineisha Hylton, Cenithia Williams (Ronald), Bosheria Watkins, James, and Devonte Watkins. God blessed him with 13 GRANDCHILDREN: Beliska, Carlisha, David, Kaylor, Keonna, King, Kodi, Marlei, Nabriya, Nathaniel III, Natriana and Ta'nasha, two GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN, Kawassmi and Kyndall, each a re-flection of his enduring love, and a devoted niece Shan-da Taylor.
He is further survived by his four beloved sisters: Jacqueline Taylor, Syvaline Watkins, Sharon Watkins, and Rosa Long (Eddie); and three devoted (brothers, John Edward Ashley (Debra), Timothy Ashley (Lydia), and Lorenzo Davis (Lorraine); and a host of special nieces nephews, cousins, extended family, and dear friends who remain to celebrate his memory and the love he so freely gave. Bo's spirit lives on in the hearts of all who knew him, and we rejoice in knowing he now rests peacefully in the presence of the Lord.

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