Billy Earl Watkins's obituary , Passed away on September 26, 2024 in Meridian, Mississippi

Billy Earl Watkins

April 24, 1940 - September 26, 2024 (84 years old)

Meridian, Mississippi

Billy Earl Watkins's obituary , Passed away on September 26, 2024 in Meridian, Mississippi

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Berry & Gardner Funeral Homes

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Billy Earl Watkins

April 24, 1940 - September 26, 2024 (84 years old)

Meridian, Mississippi

Billy Earl Watkins Obituary

The memory of Billy Earl Watkins of Meridian, Mississippi, who passed away on September 26, 2024 at the age of 84, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Billy Earl Watkins to pay them a last tribute.

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 Billy 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 predeceased by: his siblings, Virgil Watkins, Peggy Watkins Cumberland and Dorothy "Dot" Watkins Jones. He is survived by: his wife Glenda Cook Watkins; his son Tim Watkins (Michelle); and his grandsons, Jordan Watkins Brady (Christina) and Tanner Watkins.

The Watkins Family suggests memorials be made as donations to Midway Baptist Church 4579 Old 8th Street Rd N, Meridian, MS 39307 or to the Mississippi State University Foundation at 600 Russell St, Starkville, MS 39759 in lieu of flowers.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Berry & Gardner Funeral Homes



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Robert Barham Family Funeral Home
6300 MS-39, Meridian, MS 39305

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