Donald (Donnie) Watkins of Mesa, AZ passed away peacefully on July 28th in Yuma, AZ

at the age of 61.

He was predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents , both his parents Charles "Phil" Watkins and Betty "Joanne" Medlin.

He is survived by his wife Alberta of Mesa AZ ,sister

Bobbie Sieloff (Doug) of Apache Junction, AZ

Son Michael Watkins of Yuma, daughter Christy Pope of Yuma

Stepsons Bobby Ponce of Yuma and Adriano Goldtooth of Mesa.

Step dad David Medlin of Sun City , previous wife

Valerie Watkins of Yuma

11 grandchildren and many friends.   And not to be forgotten "Mr. Chont" and "Killer " his dogs who were always by his side.

Donnie worked as an auto mechanic for many years in Yuma and later was owner of a Mobile Diesel Service in Sanders Az.

He enjoyed many a good time at the "Dunes" and running his jet boat at the lake .

There will be no services at this time. A family graveside service will be at a later date.

Donations can be made to PKD Foundation- Polycystic Kidney Foundation in Donnie's memory