Irvin Wendell Watkins Jr. Obituary

The memory of Irvin Wendell Watkins Jr. (Pelham, Alabama), born in Starkville, Mississippi, who passed away on April 17, 2025 at the age of 93, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Irvin Wendell Watkins and Nora Livingston; and his son Tony Watkins. He is survived by: his wife Ann Watkins; his children, Collin Smith, Jaison Smith (Whitney), Stephanie Lewis and Eric Hull; his grandchildren, Caroline McCreless (John), Sam Watkins (Lauren), Taylor Smith and Owen Smith; his great grandchild Jace Irvin Watkins; and his sister Irene Greene. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and sisters-in-law.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Alcoholics Anonymous.

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