He is preceded in death by his father, Ira Lee Watkins, and his brother, Randy Watkins. He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Deborah E. Watkins of Jacksonville, Arkansas. Two daughters, Audrey Murdaugh (Bob) of Phelan, Alabama and Stephanie McCool (Michael) of Jacksonville, Arkansas and his son, Matt Mattingly (Dana) of Benton, Arkansas. He is also survived by his mother, Sara Nell Watkins of Deland, Florida ; brother, Robert Watkins of Tampa, Florida and by 9 grandchildren: Austin, Sara Katherine, Noah and April Murdaugh, Dustin Mattingly, Sydnie Cobb, Joshua Mattingly, Brittany Harris and Sarah Mattingly. 3 great grandchildren: Kyler Geary, Joslyn Mattingly and Kori Brooke Harris and many nieces and nephews.
Ron was retired from the Sheriff's Office in Lee County, Alabama after 20 years of service. He was a NRA Instructor; he also enjoyed fishing, hunting and teaching gun classes. He was a loving husband, father and Pawpaw. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Ron was loved by many.
At Ron's request, no memorial service will be held.
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