Ronnie Estel Watkins “Buffalo”, age 53, of Woodbridge, VA, formerly of Montcalm, died on Friday, April 29, 2011 after battling an illness for two years.
Born on September 30, 1957 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of Flossie Watkins of Montcalm and the late Bobby Watkins. He was a mechanic for classic show cars and a self-employed contractor.
In addition to his father he was preceded in death by two brothers, Johnny and Darrell Watkins.
In addition to his mother survivors include:
Daughter: Jessica Mock of Woodbridge, VA
Companion: Sherrie Mock of Woodbridge, VA
Sisters: Shelia Myers and husband Glenn of Princeton, WV
Connie Hubbard of Princeton, WV
Joanne Watkins of Montcalm, WV
Several nieces, nephews, and cousins
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 11:00 AM at the Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with Rev. Glenn Myers and Rev. Ryan Meadows officiating. Burial will follow at the Gross and Jennings Family Cemetery in Matoaka, WV. The family and friends will be serving as pallbearers.
Friends may call on Monday evening from 6-8 PM at the funeral home.