William E. Watkins Jr. Obituary
In loving memory of William E. Watkins Jr. (Canaan, Vermont), who departed this world on October 14, 2025 at the age of 76. William leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William E. Watkins Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
Though William may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those William touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Watkins and Katherine "Kitty" Watkins (Wedge); and his wife Paulette Kanode Watkins. He is survived by: his sister Barbara; and his children, Matt Watkins (Leah), Katie Sawicki (Frankie), Sarah Tolley (JT) and Becky Hailey (Raj). He is also survived by family members include his sister.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Grace Community Church (300 Gale St, Canaan, VT 05903). Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Grace Community Church, PO Box 217 Canaan, VT 05903 or to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306.
