Brock R Watkins, of Plano, TX, and formerly of Bloomington, Illinois, passed away on August 22 in Dallas, TX at the age of 29 years old. Brock was born October 29, 1987 to Tammy Stricker Koopman and Brian James Watkins. He graduated from Normal Community High School and was employed by State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance Company in Richardson, TX. Brock is survived by his son, Hayden Cullen of Arrowsmith, his wife Trish Watkins of Bloomington, step-son Jack Hamblin of Bloomington, mother Tammy Koopman of Bloomington, father Brian Watkins of Lincoln, brother Brian Watkins (Jenny) of Allen, TX, brother Bryce Watkins of Lincoln, and his brother Bryant Watkins of Lubbock, TX. Brock is also survived by aunts & uncles; Tom Strickler, Lori Strickler, Barbi Dudley, and Joshua Dudley, cousins; Sherri Purcell, Matt Purcell, and Krysta Strickler, nieces & nephews; Hailey, Jordan, Landon and Lukas of Allen, TX. Many extended family members and dear friends also survive Brock. Brock loved Life! His greatest joy was spending time with family as a husband, son, brother and friend. He loved his puppies, Cooper & Tank, as well as riding his motorcycle and hanging out with his friends. Brock was passionate about saving the Earth and helping people in general. Brock was loved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed by his family, friends and loved ones.

Visitation

Aria Memorial Chapel 19310 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75252 4-6 PM, Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Celebration of Life

Kibler Brady Ruestman Memorial Home 1104 N Main St, Bloomington, Illinois 61701 1-3 PM, Saturday, September 2, 2017

Reception to Follow

The Dudley Residence 2213 Ridge Creek Dr. Bloomington Illinois Evening, Saturday, September 2, 2017

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ronald McDonald House would be appreciated as that is what Brock would have wanted.

View Brocks Tribute Video by Aria Funeral Home here.

Arrangements are under the direction of: ARIA Cremation Service & Funeral Home 19310 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75252 214-306-6700