of Harrison, AR
September 26, 1942 - October 30, 2017
James Watkins, age 75, of Harrison, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born September 26, 1942, in Eula, Arkansas, the son of Omer and Dorothy (Horn) Watkins.
James was a member of First Assembly of God Church. He married the love of his life, Sherrlene Bryant, June 5, 1968 and to this union they had two beautiful children, Crystal LaDawna Watkins and James Douglas Watkins. James loved his family, old cars, his friends and to sing in church. His church family held a special place in his heart. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them.
James is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Sherrlene Watkins, of the home; his daughter, Crystal Watkins, of the home; his son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Jana Watkins, of Harrison; and three grandchildren, Ashtin Michelle Watkins, Katelynn Dawn Watkins, and Zachary James Watkins, all of Harrison.
James is also survived by his sisters and brother-in-law, Shirley Gale of Harrison, Virley and Oscar Wilson of Harrison, and Sharon Burns of Clarksville, Arkansas; his brother and sister-in-law, John and Martha Watkins, of Harrison; and many other family, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, all of whom he loved dearly.
Visitation was Friday, November 3, 2017, at First Assembly of God Church.
Funeral service was Saturday, November 4, 2017, at First Assembly of God Church, with Bro. Dennis Selvidge officiating.
Interment was in Maple Leaf Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Dennis Gale, Tim Wilson, Duane Graham, Jeremy Burns, Brandon Likes and Brad Bryant.
Honorary pallbearers were the First Assembly of God Sunday School Class, First Assembly of God Thursday Morning Breakfast Club, Dr. Charles and Barbara Klepper and the ''tax ladies'', Carlene, Barbara, Mitzi and Sonja.
Memorials may be made to First Assembly of God Church, 1329 W. Stephenson, Harrison, AR 72601.
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7 Condolence(s)
Keith and Virginia Smalley
Friday, November 3, 2017
Sherlene, So sorry to hear of James's passing. He was a good friend. Our prayers are for you and the family. We will sure miss him.
Tim and Karen Hester l
Friday, November 3, 2017
My dearest friend Sherrlene, & your precious family.. We are sending you all our LOVE, prayer's and peace for your heart's.
We cannot attend the service's, please know that our prayer's will be with all of you though.
Our sincerest sympathy,
Tim & Karen Hester & family
Dennis & Janie Hampton
Friday, November 3, 2017
So sorry for your loss . All the family have our sincere sympathy. Prayers for all .
Michael and Lorene Roberts
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Sherrlene sorry for your lost we will be out of town. James was a very good friend and fellow worker. Will miss him. Michael.
Jane and Buck Martin
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of James. Praying that our loving God wraps his arms around all of you and give you strength. Our love~
Karla Owens
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with all you in this time. He was a big part of my life when I was in Harrison. I will always remember all of the time I spent with him as a special time in my life. He was a very special man.
Darvin & Shirley Adams
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Sherlene & family, we were heartbroken to hear about James, we just want you all to know that we love you and are praying for you all.
I have so many memories with you & James that I can't even begin to recall a favorite...... however, Christmases with the Kleppers always bring a smile & chuckle❤; know that they all will forever be cherished & held in my heart.
Always~Shirley & Darvin