Robert-Watkins-Obituary

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Robert Lee Watkins

May 10, 1952 - Jan 16, 2026 (Age 73)

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Dr. Michael A. Evans, Sr., Senior Pastor, Rev. Zachariah Johnson, Executive Pastor, and the members of Bethlehem Baptist Church extend our deepest condolences to our beloved members, Lisa and Fred Hall, in the sudden homegoing of her Father. We know this is a challenging moment, but be assured we are praying for your strength and comfort during this difficult hour. We remind you that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May GOD bless and keep you is our continuous prayer.

Dear Sis. Hall, Lisa and I, send our deepest sympathies and condolences to you and the entire family during this time of bereavement. Pray God will provide comfort and peace beyond all understanding.

Blessings,
Rev. and Sis. Hudson

Dearest Alice, Kim and I are truly saddened to hear of Tot’s passing. We know he is whole again and truly in a better place.
We Love You
—Barry and Kim Gladden

Thinking of you, our dear friends Alice and Lisa, at this time of sadness. Our sincere condolences to the entire family.

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Robert's Obituary

Robert Lee “Tot” Watkins passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at his home, at the age of 73. He was born on May 10, 1952, in Luxora, Arkansas to John Watkins Sr. and Alice Smith. He is preceded in death by his parents. Robert is survived by his wife Alice Watkins of Luxora, Arkansas, one daughter Lisa Hall of Mansfield, Texas, five brothers Clarence Smith of Luxora, Arkansas, Carl Hall of Luxora, Arkansas, Don Smith of Luxora, Arkansas, Johnny Hall of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Terry Watkins of Osceola, Arkansas, one sister Donna Newmy of Blytheville, Arkansas, two grandchildren, five great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and a host of other family and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, January 23, 2026, from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Osceola, Arkansas. Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 10:00a.m. at Grace Temple in Osceola, Arkansas. Interment will follow at Whiteside Cemetery in Osceola, Arkansas. Arrangements are under the care of Wilson Funeral Home in Osceola, Arkansas.

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