James C. Watkins , 69, Jackson passed away Monday, June 5, at the Wells Hospice Care Center in Hazard. He was the son of the late Kelly Sr. and Emma Lewis Watkins. He was a member of the Solid Rock Assembly of God Church at Vancleve. He served in the US National Guard. James enjoyed fishing and hunting and he was a heavy equipment operator for the state. He was the husband of 50 years of Gloria Watkins. He is also survived by daughter, Lisa (Ken) Spicer; grandson, Bradey Spicer.

A private celebration of life ceremony will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, family request donations to the Solid Rock Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 69, Vancleve, KY 41385.