Mr. Joseph Edward "Eddie" Watkins, age 70, of Marietta, GA, passed away on April 20, 2016 in Cobb County, GA. Born in Epworth, GA, he was the son of the late Henry Coleman Watkins and Reba White Watkins. He had worked for many years as a trucking recruiter until his retirement from Crete Carriers. Mr. Watkins was of the Baptist Faith. He was also preceded in death by two siblings, James Watkins and Mildred Darby.Survivors include his loving wife of fifty years, Jackie McNelley Watkins of the home; son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Julie Watkins of Canton, GA; daughter and son-in-law, Amanda and Scott Conti of Acworth, GA; brother, John Watkins of Dayton, OH; sister, Geraldine Carter of Acworth, GA; grandchildren, Amber and Hannah Conti and Lucy and Coleman Watkins; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.Funeral services were conducted on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Akins Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Conrad officiating. Music was by Doris McNelley, Brian Garrett, and Lisa Thompson. Pallbearers were James Watkins, Mark Carter, Andy Jenkins, David Clackum, and Brian Garrett. Interment followed in the Crawford Family Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge was in charge of the arrangements. . SERVICES Funeral Service Monday, April 25, 2016 2:00 PM Akins Funeral Home - Blue Ridge 7871 Blue Ridge Drive Blue Ridge, Georgia 30513