Submitted by
Mike Watkins
Rosebud News
July 1941
G. W. Watkins, 84, Passes Away. Sunday July 6, 1941
George Washington
Watkins, aged 84 years, a beloved pioneer of the Cedar Springs community passed
away at the family a 11:45 A.M., Sunday following an illness of several weeks
duration.
The deceased was born
in Alabama, August 22, 1886, lived in that state until he was a young man, then
came to Texas, bought a in the Cedar Springs community and resided there until
his death. He did much for the community the years he was active, and his going
marks a long and useful journey of one of the most loved pioneers.
Chivalrous, stainless
in character, steadfast for the right, pure in his motives, beloved by his
associates, he had the respect and admiration of all who knew him. A Christian
pioneer who never lost faith in the goodness of God. Above the din and tumult of
life’s maddening crowd, in the silence of the vacant spaces, we hear the voice
of the Beloved “Blessed are the pure of heart for they shall see God.” Our friend has passed from darkness into light; the curtain has
fallen between you for a grief space. The mortal life was his outlet into
celestial space. There, as here are the tender considerations, the faithful
friendships, the unselfish loves. There, as here, are also the high ideals, the
tenderness, purity, the love of beauty and the wholehearted service. His life in
his chosen community, one of honor, goodness and charity, speak more than one
could pen. “Uncle George” as he was affectionately called was known and loved by
all.
Funeral services were
held at Powers Chapel Monday afternoon with Masonic ceremonies. Rev. J. D.
Barnes of Regan officiated at the services.
We offer our deep
sympathy to the good companion, the six daughters, Mesdames C. E. Barganier,
Albert Canterberry, Sam James, and Howard Barnhill, the two sons Glover and
Wesley Watkins and the grandchildren and other relatives who are left to morn
the passing of this estimable.
Pallbearers were
Charles Collins Tom Kelly, Jack Sweeten, Jeff Swanzy, A. A. Balhorn and Sam
Henslee.