Barbara J. Watkins Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara J. Watkins of Shelbyville, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 30, 2026 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara J. Watkins to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Delmar Bly and Minnie Mildred Bly (Johns); her husband Byron Kent Watkins; her brothers, Tom, Lloyd and Delmar "Bud" Bly; and her close friend Virgil Urfer.
She is survived by: her children, Stephanie Thompson of Findlay, IL, David Watkins (Bridget) of St. Elmo, IL, Nancy Watkins of Jacksonville, FL, Cecelia Hicks of Shelbyville, IL, Renee Bone (Jeff) of Bethany, IL and Charles Watkins (Katrin) of Johnston, IA; and her grandchildren, Carl Thompson, Heather Batson, Hilary Hoetger (Stuart), Chelsey Seibert (Carson), Tony Lopez (Monserrat), Audrey Lopez, Elizabeth Jackson (Ahmad), Alex Bone (Jade), Zachary Bone, Clayton Bone, Michael Watkins, Abby Watkins and Sarah Watkins. She is also survived by 21 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren.
Memorials may be given to Lion of Judah Power Ministries.
