Michael Barrie Watkins, fondly known to many as Barrie sadly passed away on Thursday 30th April 2026 at Westbury Nursing Home Aged 78 Years.
Barrie was a much-loved husband, father, family member, and dear friend to so many. He touched the lives of everyone who knew him with his kindness, warmth, humour, and generous spirit. He will be remembered for the love he gave, the stories he shared, and the lasting memories he created with family, friends and teammates throughout his life.
His passing leaves a great void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him, but his memory will live on forever in the lives he touched.
Donations are being taken, if desired, to Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, there is a link at the bottom of this page or alternativley there will be a box at the exit of the church
The funeral will be taking place at St Mary's Church, Shirehampton Tuesday 9th June 2026 2pm, followed by a committal at Canford Crematorium, Barrie was a life member at Avonmouth Old Boys RFC where the family invite you back to continute to share fond memories of Barrie.
Service
DATE AND TIME
Tuesday 9th June 2026, 2:00pm
ADDRESS
St. Marys Church, Pembroke Road, Shirehampton, Bristol, Somerset, BS11 9SB
Committal
DATE AND TIME
Tuesday 9th June 2026, 3:00pm
ADDRESS
Canford Cemetery, Canford Lane, Bristol, BS9 3PQ
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