Richard Watkins
August 1, 1940 - November 11, 2021
Richard B. Watkins passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Richard was born August 1, 1940 in Waukegan, IL, the son of the late James and Helen Watkins. He attended Waukegan schools growing up and later earned his Bachelor’s degree from St. Ambrose University in 1962. He also earned a Master of Arts degree in 1979 from St. Louis University and spent many years working as an audiologist. He is survived by his wife Alice; daughters Elizabeth (Robert) Brucker and Laura (Stephen) Ryner; grandchildren Thomas Ryner and Abigail Ryner; sister Carol Watkins; and by his sister-in-law Cathy Dolinar. Visitation will be 10-11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Ringa Funeral Home, 122 S. Milwaukee Ave. Lake Villa, IL 60046. A funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home followed by a procession to Ascension Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Richard’s memory to the Warren Township High School band program.
Richard B. Watkins passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Richard was born August 1, 1940 in Waukegan, IL, the son of the late James and Helen Watkins. He attended Waukegan schools growing up and later earned his Bachelor’s... View Obituary & Service Information