It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harold James Watkins announces his passing at the Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre, Botwood, NL aged 98 years.

Harold leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children, Bill (Bernetta), Joanne (Darrell), Joan (Ted); 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; plus a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives & friends.

Harold is predeceased by wife, Hilda; parents, William & Levina Watkins; wife, Hilda; daughter, Barbara (Kees & Darren); 3 brothers; 3 sisters; parents-in-law, John & Esther Hemeon.

The public visitation will take place Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Botwood Funeral Home, 147 Commonwealth Drive, Botwood, NL.

The funeral service will take place Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 2 pm at Jubilee Pentecostal Temple, 28 Fernwood Drive, Botwood, NL.

The interment will follow at Jubilee Pentecostal Cemetery, Botwood, NL.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pentecostal Church Missionaries.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Botwood Funeral Home, 147 Commonwealth Drive, Botwood, NL.