James Edward Watkins Obituary
The passing of James Edward Watkins of Jacksonville, North Carolina leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 30, 2025 at the age of 84. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Edward Watkins or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though James Edward may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Elnora Holmes Watkins; and his sons, Dr. David Brown and Watkins.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 7th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Dunn Funeral Home and Cremation Services (810 W Wilmington St, Burgaw, NC 28425). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, June 8th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Greater St. Paul United Holy Church (1266 Webbtown Rd, Maple Hill, NC 28454).
