WATKINS - George P. January 8, 2018, beloved husband and best friend for 56 years to Mary Jean Battaglia); cherished father of Scott (Colleen) and Lisa (Daryl) Meyer; dear Pop Pop of Kyra, Joshua, Shaelynn, Zachary, and the late Luke Meyer; survived by his grand-dog Cassie; brother of Sheldon “Duke” (Alice), Joan (Donald) Portik, and the late Richard (Barbara). Friends may call Saturday from 11-2 PM at the DENGLER ROBERTS PERNA FUNERAL HOME, 3070 Delaware Ave., Kenmore where a Memorial Service with Military Honors will follow the visitation at 2 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. George proudly served his Country in the United States Marine Corps.