BORN

1921

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Bartlett-Burdette-Cox Funeral Home

513 TENNESSEE AVE

Charleston, West Virginia

Robert Watkins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 3, 2015.

Mr. Robert S. “Bob” Watkins, 93, of Charleston, WV, died September 29, 2015 in Brandon, FL. Bob was born in Logan County, WV, a son of the late Edwin and Mary Scholl Watkins. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Emalene Cook Watkins, the mother of their surviving children; daughter, Jeanne (Joe) Stook and son, Eddy Watkins both of Florida, and son, Robert Watkins, Jr (Kate) of Tennessee; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchilen. He is also survived by a wonderful friend, James Butterworth. Bob was also preceded in death by his second wife, Ruth parsons Watkins and a brother, Charles Watkins. Bob was a graduate of Logan High School class of 1941 and was retired from Capital City Industrial Supply and the WV Alcohol Beverage Commission. Family and friends may call from 6 pm to 8pm on Sunday, Oct 4, at the Bartlett-Burdette-Cox Funeral Home, 513 Tennessee Ave. , Charleston, WV. Graveside services will be 11:00 am Monday, Oct 5, at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens Mausoleum, Cross Lanes, WV with Celebrant H.R. Whittington officiating. The family suggest donations be made to Kanawha Hospice Care, 1143 Dunbar Ave., Dunbar, WV 25604.

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October 10, 2015

J. Brown Harris

Dear Family & Friends,
I was saddened to learn of Bob's passing. He was a great guy and a good friend to many. He and my Dad were buddies. Bob was a "go to guy" and an expert on most all of the products Capital City Industrial Supply handled. I remember the good times going to lunch and his funny stories. I don't ever recall him as being anything but kind to others and always cheerful.
My best to all,
Sincerely,
J. Brown Harris

October 7, 2015

We were neighbors on Monongalia Sr,when Robbie andI wereat Lincoln Jr. High. Mymother was Grace. We sawBob over the years. He was always so friendly and nice-agood friend and neighbor. Mythoughts and prayers are with you, Carolyn Kelso Burton

October 4, 2015

Stephanie Parsons Harrah

So sorry to hear about Uncle Bob. It had been a while since we had seen or talked to him but thought of him often, especially at holidays and family events. The years are passing so quickly and many of those we love are passing on. Please know that our prayers are with you at this time and that our family will visit the grave sight often as we go to visit our Dad.

October 3, 2015

Please be assured God cares for those who have passed away. He keeps them in His memory because they are precious in His eyes ( Psalms 116:15 )

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