Larry W. Watkins
Larry W. Watkins, age 75, of LaRue, Ohio died suddenly June 8, 2012 at his farm. He was born May 4, 1937 in Delta, Ohio to the late Thomas and Irene (Bower) Watkins. On September 6, 1958 he married Maxine Bollman and she died August 16, 1992.
He is survived by two daughters; Laura J. Dillon of New Bloomington and Holly K. (Jay) Rubin of Ocala, Florida, two sons; Tim C. Watkins of Morral, and Mark E. (Joy) Watkins of LaRue. Eleven Grandchildren and two Great Grandchildren. Three Sisters; Kay (Jim) Armbruster of Napoleon, Ohio, Janet Ulery and Sally Mettler both of Arizona. Sister-in-law Carole Watkins of New Philadelphia, Ohio. A brother; Jerry Watkins is deceased.
Larry was a self employed farmer, served in the U S Army during the Korean Conflict, was on the Soil and Water Conservation Board of Supervisors of Marion County for many years. Was a 4-H advisor, Volunteered for the Hardin County Hospice and was a member of the Ohio Cattleman’s Association.
The family will receive friends on Thursday June 14, 2012 from 5 to 7 PM at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in LaRue. Burial will be at a later date.
Since Larry volunteered at the Hardin County Hospice, those who wish may make contributions to that hospice. 15 N. Detroit St Suite 4000 Kenton, Ohio 43326
Remembrances and Condolences may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com.
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