We are sad to announce that on March 20, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Gary Watkins (Bethany, Oklahoma), born in Richmond, California. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary Watkins to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Tera Watkins and Nettie Watkins (Batchelor); his brother Jim Watkins; and his nephew Daren McCallister. He is survived by: his wife Sylvia Watkins; his children, Spencer Watkins and Lauren Watkins; his grandchildren, Desiree and Seth Watkins; his sister Betty McCallister; his nieces and nephews, David, Coral and Roy Dale McCallister; and his great-nieces and great-nephews, Damon and Keena Watkins.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mercer-Adams Funeral Service

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March 24, 2021

Tanya Ball lit a candle

March 24, 2021

Tanya Ball sent flowers

“In loving memory of Gary Watkins, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.”

March 24, 2021

Nathan Johns lit a candle

“In loving memory of Otis Watkins, his spirit will live with everyone who met him, and who hears his music! With deepest sympathies.”

March 23, 2021

Rita, Bruce Hardie and Billy Robison lit a candle

March 23, 2021

Rita, Bruce Hardie and Billy Robison sent flowers

“In loving memory of Otis Watkins, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.”

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May 29, 2022

Diane Maze Oatlund wrote a sympathy message

“My condolences to the family and friends of Gary - I just learned of his passing today! Gary was my cousin, I am the daughter of Norman Maze and Otis Maze was my Grandfather. Fond memories of a wonderful family so many years past. I wish I could have seen Gary Perform, his family was just so proud. Love to all Diane Maze Ostlund”

March 23, 2021

Barbara Smithwick wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Gary Watkins, You drew us to your music, your unique way of playing and singing the song. Ride Sally Ride, and The whipping post will always be a reminder of you.. I love that part, and will always think of you when I hear it.. Someone so special will not be forgotten for many of us who heard and loved what you did with music and song. R.I.P. Otis.”