William Munford Watkins Jr. Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Munford Watkins Jr. of Florence, Alabama, who passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping William's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his wife Katrina Perkins; and his parents, William M. Watkins Sr. and Johnnie Esther Jones Watkins. He is survived by: his children, Anthony Abernathy (Marcia), Cardarell Watkins, Michael Shay and Cassandra Cooper; and his siblings, Charles Watkins and Nicole Summerhill.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 4th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Williams Funeral Home (1950 Helton Drive, Florence, AL 35630). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 4th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
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