of Lamar, AR
November 11, 1957 - September 4, 2021
Gary John Watson, 63, of Lamar, passed away September 4, 2021 with his loved ones by his side. He was born November 11, 1957 to his parents John Thomas and Vaughn Dell (Harmon) Watson in Clarksville.
Gary served our Nation in the United States Navy. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, family vacation on the beach, and precious time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Watson and son, Heath Watson, and daughter, Kayla Watson.
Gary is survived by his wife of 30 years, Teresa (Thompson) Watson; his children Jeremy Cowell of flat Rock, Adam and wife Deana Cowell of Clarksville, Misty and husband Wesley Whorton of Clarksville, and Ashley Watson of Lamar; thirteen grandchildren; two great grandchildren; mother, Vaughn Dell (Harmon) Watson one brother Todd and wife Lori Watson of Hagarville; one sister Tessie and husband Johnny Dalton of Hagarville; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 8, 2021 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Service will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 10:00 am at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Lamar Cemetery.
Todd Watson, Jeremy Cowell, Adam Cowell, Wesley Whorton, Matt Watson and TJ Watson will serve as Pallbearers. Jim Harmon, Charlie Harmon, and Ricky Watson will serve as Honorary Pallbearers.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clarksville
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14 Condolence(s)
Larry & Lana Hurt (NE OK Patriot Guard Riders)
Thursday, September 9, 2021
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss & gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. May your memories & God's love bring you peace, comfort & strength at this difficult time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal.
Death takes the body. God takes the soul. Our mind holds the memories. Our heart keeps the love. Our faith lets us know we will meet again someday.
Susan Synoground and daughters
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Praying for his family and friends.
Esther Wolfson
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Sorry for your loss. Praying God's comfort to his family and friends.
Steve Cessna
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
I feel blessed to have known and worked for Gary in Texarkana for a short time and Baton Rouge for years. When times were hectic he had a list of one line sayings that I still say today with his voice/accent in my head. He could sure make situations lighter with his sense of humor. God Bless You Gary!
Webb Riera
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Kristal and I are so sorry for your loss. Gary was a great friend and coworker in Texarkana at ASA airlines. We hunted and fished together and became great friends over the ten years of working together. I was with him when he caught the ten pound bass in one of the pictures. He went to church with us sometimes on Wednesdays and I remember after a weekend at home he came back and told me He and Teresa had accepted Christ at their home church. I so look forward to seeing you again my friend! Teresa our prayers are with you and your family!
Kati Donahoo
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
We are saddened to hear of your loss and are remembering you in prayer. May Gary’s memory be a blessing always.
David & Kati Donahoo & family
Ron Ladd
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
We worked together at ASA in Txk. A good friend and lead. I have many good memories. I am praying for you all. May God bless and be with you all.
Louvine Lucas
Monday, September 6, 2021
Gary was a great man he will be missed by all. You are all in our prayers ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Kelia Crotts Moore
Sunday, September 5, 2021
I am so sorry my prayers are with the family
Randy and Edith Barmore
Saturday, September 4, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Courtney Larson
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Teresa, Ashley and family my heart breaks for you all. It is no question Gary was an incredibly strong man. He was a character and the world will not be the same without him. Just know I am here for you all and if there’s anything I can do please don’t hesitate to reach out. You all are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort during these hard times as you always have been.
phyllis boswell
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Mike and I are so sorry to hear about Gary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Carmalita Yanock
Saturday, September 4, 2021
So sorry for your loss & ours too. Gary was the real deal.
Tom Hopkins
Saturday, September 4, 2021
God bless you all.ðŸ™