Donald Frederick Watkins III, age 37, of Hoover, Alabama passed away on August 28, 2020.

He was a graduate of Hoover High School Class of 2001 and was preceded in death by father, Donald Frederick Watkins Jr, grandparents; Doris and Bud Ledbetter, Fred Watkins Sr and Curtis Mallory.

Donald loved being outdoors, he enjoyed hiking, camping, running and biking. He was an artist and had an eye for beautiful things. He could take a pencil and paper and create something amazing, he had a very creative mind. Donald loved his family and was a mommas boy. He loved his mom beyond words, she was his rock, his encourager and his number one supporter. Donald was a firm believer in Jesus Christ and while he will be missed here on earth, he is now sitting next to his creator and surrounded by the arms of Jesus. He is loved so much by his family and friends and will forever be in our hearts.

Survivors include his mother, Nancy Watkins, sister, April Herring, nephew, Bryson Herring, niece, Bella Herring, grandparents; Betty and David Patton, Jan Watkins, several aunts, uncles and a host of cousins.

There will be a graveside service on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, 1:00 PM at Valhalla Cemetery with Mari Beth Poor officiating.