Racine - On Tuesday, January 10, 2017, our loved one James Watkins was called from labor to reward. He joined the United States Marine Corps. in October 1972.

He leaves to cherish his memory, two sisters, Alfreda Watkins and Debra (Keith) Miller, both of Racine, WI; two nieces, LaVegas Miller, Ambrial Miller, and one nephew, Keith Miller II, all of Racine, WI; three great-nieces, Janai Farr, JayLyn Farr, and Keaira Miller, of Racine, WI; and two great nephews, JayVian Farr and Elijah Sanders, all of Racine, WI.

Visitation for James' family and friends will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, from 11:30-1:00. Funeral services will begin at 1:00, followed burial with full military honors at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.