Ulysses W "Sonny" "Doc" Watkins, MD's Obituary
1935-2016
Dr. Watkins peacefully entered into eternal rest May 3, 2016. He served in the Houston community as a physician for more than forty years. Whenever, called upon to care for the sick or feed the hungry, he was always available. He believed you should live life with a purpose. Celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Watkins are, sons and daughters, Vincent Watkins, Ara Watkins, Valerie Watkins and Ulysses Watkins III; brother, Richard Watkins EdD (Helen); sisters, Claudia Watkins and Doris Carlos; sisters-in-law, Patricia Watkins, Norma Young, Shirley Anderson and Arnette Ingram; brother-in-law, Herbert Anderson Jr; companion, Mary Titus; 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; a dear and devoted friend, Sgt Clarence Douglas and many other dear relatives and friends.
His parents, Ulysses W. Watkins and Lovie Watkins, brother, William Watkins, DDS preceded him in death. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4600 Reed Rd, Saturday, May 7th, 10:00 AM. Visitation will be today, Friday, May 6th, 1 – 8 PM in the Rose Chapel of Mabrie Memorial Mortuary.
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