James D. Watson

Lakeland - James D. Watson, age 73, passed away August 14, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice - Lakeland. He was born on February 24, 1951, in Geneva, AL. He was a Laborer in the Asphalt industry. He enjoyed walking the flea market, fishing, horseback riding and watching NASCAR & football. He was preceded in death by his brothers Thomas Watson, Henry Watson and Rex Watson. He is survived by a loving family that includes his wife Donna Watson of Lakeland, daughters Tonia Thompson of Mulberry & Joyce Warren of Lakeland, sons Rusty Watson of Athens , GA & Willis Bunch of Lakeland, sisters Laura Fillinger of Lakeland & Ruth Watson of Lakeland, brother William Watson of Lakeland, 13 grandchildren 7 great grandchildren and many nieces & nephews. Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 11:00 AM at 8910 Pritcher Road Lithia, FL 33547. Condolences to family at www.whiddenmcleanfuneralhome.com To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of James D. Watson, please visit our flower store.