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 home 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 home 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.