Michael Watkins

Michael Watkins, 60, of Titusville, Florida, was called home to Heaven on March 9, 2026. A devoted believer who lived his faith boldly and without compromise, he entered into his eternal glory with steadfast trust in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Mike was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Stephanie Isaacs Watkins; his daughters, Emily (Teagen) Watkins and Elizabeth (Daniel) McDonald; his siblings, Doug (Janet) Watkins, Diane Moore, and Susan (Mark) O’Hara; his father-in-law, James Isaacs; his brothers-in-law, Jimmy (Lisa) Isaacs and Kevin (Rosa) Isaacs; his sister-in-law, Cindy Isaacs; and many special nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Maxine Watkins; his sister, Dorothy Watkins; his mother-in-law, Judy Isaacs; and his brothers-in-law, Greg Isaacs and Greg Moore.

Throughout his life, Mike formed many lifelong friendships, including with Dave (Sheri) McMillen, Kenny (Rhonda) McMillen, and Weej (Deb) Lynch, as well as dear friends from his 36 years at Kennedy Space Center and from his church families at First United Methodist Church, Westside Baptist Church, and Park Avenue Baptist Church. He lived with great integrity and a strong work ethic, bringing laughter to every situation. He walked out his faith with conviction and left a Christ-centered legacy for all who knew him. His favorite verse was Matthew 6:33: “Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.”