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Jimmy Ray Watkins
August 18, 1938 - December 4, 2006

Mr. Jimmy Ray Watkins was born on Thursday, August 18, 1938, the son of the late R.E. and Alice Terry Watkins. Mr. Watkins died Monday, December 4, 2006 at the family residence in Trumann, Ark., at the age of 68 years, 3 Months and 16 days. He was born in Trumann and lived most of his life in Trumann after moving back from Michigan City, Ind. He was past member of the Wheeling Eagles Wheelchair Basketball team, previously served as trustee of the First General Baptist Church where he was a member. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include a son, Kevin Watkins of Trumann; four sisters, Billie Jean Eastin of Jonesboro and Suzette Stroud of Heber Springs, Ark., Nellie Holt of Trumann and Phyllis Staggs of Blytheville; one brother, Terry Watkins of Bono; and two grandchildren, Tyler Watkins and Daniel Watkins. Funeral service will be Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at the First General Baptist Church in Trumann with Rev. Darrel Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Arkansas with Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Al Ishmael, Steve Ishmael, Jeff Holt, Rodney Staggs, Ben Spiker and Joey Watkins Honorary pallbearer will be Justin Watkins. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5 to 9 p.m. at the First General Baptist Church in Trumann. Online guest book at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Dan and Beth Qualls and family , says
    December 7, 2006

    Kevin, Tyler and Daniel:Our deepest sympathy to you all. So sorry to hear about your dad and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  2. Sheila Ponder Schisler, Jonesboro, Arkansas says
    December 7, 2006

  3. Kenny Chaffin, Durant, Oklahoma says
    December 7, 2006

    Kevin, I just want you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  4. Bill & Rilla Cope, Jonesboro, AR says
    December 6, 2006

    Kevin, Tyler and Daniel:We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  5. Brian and Belinda Robertson, Trumann, Arkansas says
    December 6, 2006

    Kevin, We were sorry to hear of your father's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers

  6. Patricia Carter-Muse, Owasso, Oklahoma says
    December 6, 2006

    Suzette,My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We are still McCormick kids no matter where we live.Sorry, I can not attend services but please tell Jimmy's family that Carter and Watkins families were friends and neighbors for a long time in the McCormick area. I send condolences from myself, Bonnie Carter-Harvey, and Robert Carter. I spoke with both of them this morning. They likewise, would be present if at all possible.Sincerely, Patricia Carter-Muse

  7. Ola Jane(Bass) Miles, marion ar says
    December 6, 2006

    I am so sorry for your loss

  8. Duane Cooper, Jonesboro, AR says
    December 6, 2006

    I am sorry for your loss, your family will be in my prayers

  9. Jason & Crystal Bissett, Jonesboro, AR says
    December 6, 2006

    Tyler & DanielWe're so very sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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