James W. Watkins Obituary

The world bids farewell to James W. Watkins (Tarkio, Missouri), departing on January 31, 2026 at the age of 82. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James W. Watkins to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Wallace Ray and Beulah Berniece Watkins (Chapman); and his siblings, Charley B. Watkins and Karen Kay Sturtz. He is survived by: his wife Janet Watkins; his children, Jamie Erwin (Donald) and Jason Watkins (Sarah); his grandchildren, Bethany Rae Balke (Chad), Jace Michael Erwin, Josie Elizabeth Watkins (Jacobo Barriga), Aubrey Nicole and Norah Danielle Watkins; his great grandchild Evander Chadwick Balke; and his siblings, Bonnie Novy (Watkins) and John Watkins. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials: James Watkins Memorial Fund.