Kenneth C. Watkins, 55 of Alliance, passed away peacefully Friday, April 5, 2024 at Aultman Hospital surrounded by his devoted wife of 17 yrs, family and his best friend. Born in Fort Wayne,IN; he has lived the past 17 years in Ohio and worked for Autozone transporting parts. He enjoyed cooking for family and friends, bowling and going to Northfield to gamble with his sister. Ken was also an avid Steelers fan and adored his loving cat, Midnight. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon (Lichtsinn) Watkins; grandparents, Walt and Mildred Lichtsinn and grandson, Eli. Ken is survived by his wife, Joy (Seidel) Watkins, who has been at his side for the last 28yrs; daughter, Mariah Watkins Lee; grandchildren, Nevada and Eric Jr., father, Kenneth J. Watkins; brother, Clarence (Lisa) Watkins; sisters, Rosetta (Ariel) Reynoso, Deborah Ellis, Della Poling; and best friend, Jeremy Rodocker. Per the family's wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held SATURDAY, May 11, 2024, 2pm-4:30pm at Orchard Hill Church, 2545 W. Comet Rd., Clinton, OH. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to an animal shelter of your choice in Ken's name.

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