Jay Watkins Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jay Watkins of Hays, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 5, 2025 at the age of 81. 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, Iredell Theodore and Walcie Adams Watkins; his son Jay Kyle Watkins II; his brother Robert Watkins; and his sister-in-law Virginia Green Watkins.
He is survived by: his wife Mary Watkins Williams; his son Richard Atkinson; his nephews, Robert Watkins (Teresa) of Hays, NC and Randy Watkins of Hays, NC; his niece Sharon Eldridge; and his cousins, Josephine Dickey, Doug Billings and Mike Billings.
Visitation was held on Saturday, March 8th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Miller Funeral Service (180 Sparta Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659). A graveside service was held on Sunday, March 9th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Baptist Church Cemetery (3328 Airport Rd, Hays, NC 28635).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Western Carolina Chapter, 4600 Park Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209.
