James "Jim" Thomas Watkins

James T. Watkins, 84 of Ozark, Missouri passed away at his home on July 8, 2016 of lung cancer. James was born May 11, 1932 in Jefferson City, Missouri to William and Louise (Sweargen) Watkins. James spent his working years as a heavy equipment operator, laborer, and Greeter at Walmart. James loved to hunt and garden and he loved the outdoors. James was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, three sisters, and grandson Timmy. Survivors include children Julie Province and husband Bob, James Jr. Watkins and wife Debbie, three grandchildren, Jereomy, Amber and Thomas, two stepchildren, Tim McCormick, wife Tammy, and Joy McCormick, one sister and to brothers, and many other relatives and friends. There are no services planned at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.