Dale L. Watkins

Dale L. Watkins, 65, of Tiger, GA, passed away at Mountain Lakes Medical Center, Friday, October 23, 2015.

He was born in Rabun County and was the son of the late Mildred Malinda Jean Watkins Eller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Wesley Dale Watkins, Daughter, Mandy Watkins; and a brother-in-law Jimmy Wilson.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sherry Wilson Watkins, of the home; one daughter, Jodi Watkins Ramey and husband Amm?n of Clayton, GA; brother, Lant Eller and wife Rosie of Demorest, GA; sister, Norma Lee Eller Brewer and husband Reggie of Mt. Airy, GA; five grandchildren, Vada Watkins, Brayden Watkins, Tommy Ramey, Allie Gonzalez, and Raiden Pastor. Also surviving are two brother-in-laws, Allen and Wanda Lee Wilson of Tiger, GA, Terrell Wilson of Tiger; three sister-in-laws, Linda Martin of Eastanollee, GA, Wanda and Gerry Smith of Clayton, GA and Brenda Garland of Clayton; his mother-in-law, Elizabeth Wilson of Tiger, GA and several nieces and nephews.

Dale was a machine operator in the Textile Industry and was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. He loved camping, fishing, NASCAR racing, traveling and going to the beach. He also cherished spending time with his loving family.

The family will receive friends at Beck Funeral Home from 6PM to 8 PM on Saturday, October 24, 2015 and from 6 PM to 8 PM on Sunday, October 25, 2015. Funeral Services will be held in the Beck Funeral Home Chapel at 2 PM, Monday, October 26, 2015 with Rev. Ed Brewer officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery.

Beck Funeral Home, in Clayton, Georgia, is in charge of the arrangements. If there are any questions, please call 706-782-9599. An online Memorial Register Book is available at www.beckfuneralhome.com.