Rodney Dion Watkins was born in Bakersfield on August 28, 1959. His loving parents were Dion & Mary Watkins and one sister Dayna. He passed peacefully at home on April 1, 2017, surrounded by loved ones. He looked forward to seeing those who have gone before him in death.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Durward & Una Watkins; father Dion Watkins; sister Dayna; uncle & cousin Kyle and Ronny Hill; grandson Josh and great-grandson Hezekiah. He is survived by wife Linda; daughters Lacy, Dee Ann, Lee Ann, Shalanda, and Jenny; sons Eddy and Chris; along with numerous grandchildren; mother Mary; uncle Leonard & family; nieces Shayna & Shanyl; aunt Diana and cousins Debra, Shauna and Lee.
Rod graduated from Highland High School in 1977 and spent his working years in the oil industry and construction work. He thoroughly enjoyed riding bikes, hunting, and fishing. He left many friends and had a great love for his family. He will forever be missed for his loving free spirit.
Service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Chapel on April 7th at 10:00 am. -
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