Graveside memorial services for Bob Watkins will be 11:00 AM Friday, October 4, 2013 in Maple Hill Cemetery, Kansas City, Kansas with Pastor Donna Voteau officiating. There is no visitation. Contributions in Bob’s memory are suggested to any animal shelter of your choice. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler, Missouri (660) 679-0009. Messages for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Robert E. “Bob” Watkins, 86, formerly of Merriam, Kansas passed away September 29, 2013 at Heartland of Willow Lane in Butler, Missouri. Bob was born March 2, 1927 in Turner, Kansas, son of Greydon McClure and Vera Roberta (Brown) Watkins.
As a young child, Bob moved with his family to Ottawa, Kansas, where he was raised and attended school. He was a graduate of Ottawa University, and earned a Master’s Degree from Emporia State University as well. Bob retired from the Shawnee Mission School District, having served as a teacher, principal, and coach; many will also remember him as a high school basketball official for many years. Bob also achieved the distinction of a 3rd Degree Mason.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, and a daughter, Lisa Tacy McClain. He is survived by his son, Craig Watkins of Bates County, Missouri, as well as Tacy Watkins
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