Sanford L. Watkins

Sanford L. "Sandy" Watkins, 78, of Macomb, IL, passed away at 11:30 pm on Monday, September 30, 2024 at Iowa City VA Medical Center in Iowa City, IA. He was born on December 3, 1945 in Indianapolis, IN, the son of Leon and Margaret (Powell) Watkins. Sanford married Linda E. Fowler on August 3, 1972 in Indianapolis, IN. Linda preceded Sanford in death on August 17, 2015.

Also preceding Sanford in death are his parents and brother; Carl Watkins.

He is survived by his four children; Kevin Watkins of Vermont, IL, Nicholas (and Amanda) Watkins of Table Grove, IL, Heidi Watkins of Indianapolis, and Chris Watkins of Indianapolis, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and sister; Alice (and Gary) Miller of Browning, IL.

Sanford served in the United States Marines.

He worked at the Vermont Foundry. He enjoyed fishing and bird watching.

Cremation rites have been accorded. No services have been planned at this time. Memorials may be made to Grand Prairie of Macomb.