Philip “Phil” Watkins, age 93, of St. Petersburg FL , passed away peacefully on 07/05/2026 from Natural Causes. Born on 10/23/1932 in .

Phil was the second son of Rev John & Betty Watkins, born in Johnson City, TN. Phil met his wife to be while attending East Tennessee State University. Phil & Betty lived in Tennessee, Texas, Virginia before moving family to South Florida before settling in St. Petersburg, FL. Phil was a life long member of the Methodist church, attending First UMC St Petersburg, FL. Phil was a fan of Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Lightning & Rays, and supported the East Tennessee State University, University of Tennessee, & Tennessee Wesleyan, and University of South Florida.

Phil was preceded by his wife Betty D Watkins, survived by his Son John (Diana) Watkins, Daughter Melinda Watkins, Son Gary (Janice) Watkins & Son Robert. Four grandchildren Noelle (Gordon), Jeremy, Jayme & Erick (Morgan) and four great-grand children.

Philip “Phil” was preceded in death by Betty D Watkins Wife James “Jim” Watkins Brother John “Paul” Watkins Brother, Elizabeth “Libby” Sister. He is survived by John Watkins Son, Melinda Watkins Daughter, Gary Watkins Son, Robert “Rob” Watkins Son.

Memorial contributions may be made to Suncoast Hospice – Empath Health.