Ronald "Ron" Watkins, age 66 of Plum died at home after an extended illness on Friday December 20, 2024.  Son of the late Peggy and Ronald Watkins.  Beloved husband of Anita (Scalise) Watkins.  Loving father of Stephanie (fiancé Nikolas Sekerka) Watkins and Dylan Watkins.  Pap-Pap of Declan, Oakley, and one on the way.  Brother of Pat (late Mark) O'Toole and Kim (Mark) Yuhas.  Also survived by 8 nephews and 12 nieces.  "Watt" will be deeply missed by his family and friends and his buddies, Strick, Smitty, Ronnie, and Micky.  He also leaves behind his beloved dog, Val.

Ron was an avid bodybuilder in his earlier years, loved music, especially Bruce Springsteen, and was a former U.S. Steelworker and loved watching the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Friends and family will be received on Friday December 27, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., at 421 Allegheny Ave. Oakmont, PA 15139.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday December 28, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Parish - St. Irenaeus Catholic Church in Oakmont.  Luncheon to follow.

In lieu of flowers, monetary donations can be made to Anita.