John Elbert Watkins Sr.

John E. Watkins, 74 of Nashville, Tn passed away on Friday April 18, 2025. He was born in Appalachia, Va on October 6, 1950 making a living driving dump trucks, 18 wheelers, and doing armed security later in life. He loved Nascar racing, football, dogs and spending time with family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Hallie Mae Watkins, and also Sharon Watkins. He is survived by partner Teresa Pruitte, children Ginger (James) Pedigo, Jay (Teresa Hollis) Watkins, and Angela (John) MacQuiddy. Grandchildren Zachary (Sara) Hammer, Jessie MacQuiddy, Dillon Hammer, Jonathan (Samantha) Watkins, Chad (Maggie) MacQuiddy, Desiree Watkins and a great grandson James Hammer. A memorial service will be held on May 17, 2025 12pm at Jesus Only Tabernacle Church 324 Glenrose Avenue Nashville, Tn 37210.