Andrew M. "Sonny" Watkins's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Philadelphia, Mississippi

Andrew M. "Sonny" Watkins

December 13, 1945 - July 14, 2025 (79 years old)

Philadelphia, Mississippi

Andrew M. "Sonny" Watkins's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Philadelphia, Mississippi

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Milling Funeral Home

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Andrew M. "Sonny" Watkins

December 13, 1945 - July 14, 2025 (79 years old)

Philadelphia, Mississippi

Andrew M. Watkins Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Andrew M. Watkins of Philadelphia, Mississippi, who passed away at the age of 79, on July 14, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Andrew M. Watkins to show support.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Andrew M. leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Woodrow Watkins and Eudora Barrett Watkins; and his sister Ellaree Watkins Scruggs. He is survived by: his sons, Mark Watkins (Tammy) of Collinsville, Kevin Watkins (Bethany) of Meridian and Chris Watkins (Ashley) of Meridian; and his siblings, Pauline Pyle of Terry, Shirley Compton (Butch) of Sebastopol and Nolan Watkins (Shirley) of Philadelphia. He is also survived by 9 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, 3 Step Grandchildren.

A burial will be held on Saturday, July 19th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Milling Funeral Home Chapel of Union (23477 MS-15, Union, MS 39365).

Honorary Pallbearers: Ronnie Anderson, In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Community Animal Rescue and Adoption P.O. Box 231 Clinton, MS 39060.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Milling Funeral Home



Sat

July 19

Burial

11:00 AM

Milling Funeral Home Chapel of Union
23477 MS-15, Union, MS 39365

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