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James Watkins Obituary

WATKINS, JR., JAMES TINKER, 46 Ocklawaha - Tinker Watkins, 46, passed away at his residence on Nov. 22, 2006. He was a lifetime resident of Marion County and was self employed and an avid bass fisherman. He is survived by his wife Pennie of Ocklawaha, his sons James Watkins, III of Ocklawaha, and Jerimiah Watkins of Summerfield, his mother Mary Jane Palmquist of Ocala, his brother Trampas Riggs of Orlando, his aunt Ceceila Messer of Ocala, granddaughter Alexis Watkins of Summerfield and numerous other family members. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. at HIERS FUNERAL HOME, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd. with Pastor Steven Reynolds officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Hospice of Marion County.

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Published by Ocala Star-Banner from Nov. 26 to Nov. 28, 2006.

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Howard Wine

November 29, 2006

So sorry to hear of your loss. "Tinker" was a very pleasant person to have met. We both thought him a very nice gentleman.
Evelyn and Howard Wine

Lloyd Miller

November 29, 2006

What a wonderful man! Tinker was only the third person I have ever met, where after that first meeting I thought to myself, "I like this man. He will be a great friend". So full of love for his family and friends. May your many memories help you through this difficult time.

Bill Hartley

November 28, 2006

May the thoughts and love of friends carry you and your family through your grief. We're here for you. Jim Kauhs & Bill Hartley

DAWN ROBERTS ROGERS

November 28, 2006

TO THE WATKINS FAMILY, I USED TO WORK WITH TINKER AT MARK III, HE WAS GOOD BUDDIES WITH MY BROTHER RICK ROBERTS, WHO, ALSO PASSED AWAY 2 YEARS AGO..MAYBE THEY ARE TOGETHER GETTING INTO WHATEVER TROUBLE THEY CAN FIND!! OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Gloria Parramore

November 28, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

kimberly Terrell

November 27, 2006

Dear Aunt Pennie and boys
My thoughts are with you and the boys. We Always had a good time when we came to your house with you and uncle Tinker those are Memories that will never be forgot. Just remember when you start to feel down that there holes in the floor of Heaven and that Uncle tinker looking down and smiling and watching over you and the boys
Uncle Tinker was a good man and a wonderful Husband and Dad. He was a great Uncle and brother and son. He will always be Remember as a great man.
I love you guys and if you need anything you know my number and my adress.

buddy miller

November 27, 2006

you will never bee forgoten

diane miller lloyd

November 27, 2006

im sorry about the im his lost of tinker im his second cousin my prayers are with you andhis family diane miller lloyd

Jodi (Tyler) Warren

November 27, 2006

Penny, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will always remember Tinker's smiling face no matter what he was doing.

Sally Boyd

November 27, 2006

I am so sorry, Penny. Trust that Tinker is in a better place, no pain, no sorrows, yet he walks beside you every step. In time, the laughter and fun he brought into your life will outweigh the pain you feel now. God bless you and your family and bring you peace.

Jerry and Janet Perdue

November 27, 2006

Our prayers are with your family at this time of grief.

Sharon Oliver

November 27, 2006

Art and I just heard about Tinker. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons through this difficult time.

Debbie & Wayne Terrell

November 26, 2006

Tinker was a good man. He was always there to help anyone out. He made my sister very happy. They were soulmates. WE had alot of good times with Tinker. We will miss him alot. My sympathy goes out to all of his family. Remember we are here for you. We love you!!!!

Donna Lewis

November 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Penny in this most difficult time. God bless you .

LISA ARNOLD-HEISE

November 26, 2006

HI IAM BETTY MILLER'S DAUGHTER IAM SORRY TO HEAR THE LOSS OF A FAMILY MEMBER MY PRAYER GO OUT TO THIS FAMILY GOD BLESS YOU

Rita Walker Wells

November 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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