5.09.2007

A Friend Gone Home

John David Watkins - Go And Rest With Our Lord!

Here are a couple of excerpts taken out of David's obituary in the Springfield News-Leader:

"John "David" Watkins was born August 7, 1966, to John and Shirley Watkins and left us for Heaven May 7, 2007. In a very blessed life, he valued above all the gift of his wife, Hope, and his three children, Nathan, Jacob and Sierra. Many family members and hundreds of friends will grieve with them. Early in life, David developed a strong character highlighted by a deep faith, easy-going calm nature, inquisitive mind and cheerful confidence. He recalled the most important lessons he learned growing up were to love God and others. He attended church camp each summer and one summer was baptized by his father in the camp swimming pool."

"David taught his children the faith his dad had passed on to him. He was blessed to see his own two sons make a decision for Christ in 2006. David baptized them both. David was active in church and in the lives of his children. He especially enjoyed coaching Mighty Mites football for his boys. Weight-lifting was a passionate hobby throughout his life, along with hunting, hiking and reading. David met his 2004 cancer diagnosis with courage and grace, and showed tremendous faith and peace to the end. David is now with his Savior. We are left with joyful memories and his legacy of faith. One day we will see him again, all sickness gone, strong and smiling. We are so thankful to the Lord for sharing David with us for 40 years."

David Watkins was a true friend and mentor for so many. His love for the Lord has been an example to many and a blessing in the lives of those he left behind.
Hope, my heart is mourning for you and the kids. You all are deeply loved and prayed for.
David, I am so excited for you! What an amazing day you had yesterday! I can only imagine the joy you have for reaping the rewards of a race well run. Your curiosities will now all be answered. We look forward to seeing you again brother!

43 comments:

Anonymous said...

awww that makes me wanna cry and be happy at the same time!

Anonymous said...

Greg, I think david would like the kind things you have said and im very sad about what came to be but Im glad hes home.
ps. Greg, wanna talk, e-mail me
elihuspoke@wmconnect.com

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