Jerry Lynn Watkins, 74, went home to be with his Lord on March 27, 2018. He was born on November 11, 1943 to the late Rayford and Kate Watkins in Maryville, Tennessee. Jerry honorably served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the U.S. Air Force. Throughout his life, Jerry enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. Jerry was preceded in death by his loving wife of 38 years, Judy Watkins. He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Eddie Watkins and his wife, Amanda; daughter, Shannon Holloway and her husband, David; sister, Mary Weeks; and grandchildren, Zane and Chase Watkins and Austin Holloway. Funeral Services for Jerry will be held at 1 pm Saturday, March 31, at Sherwood Chapel. The family will receive friends from 11 am until service time and burial will follow in the cemetery with Military Honors. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.SherwoodChapel.com.
