Raymond Watson

Raymond William Watson Sr., 77, of Independence, Missouri, died in a vehicle accident near Williford, Arkansas.  He was born in Dayton, Ohio, and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War. He had worked as an analyst in the U.S. Department of Defense and loved to travel.  He especially visited lighthouses and state parks. He was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers. Survivors include his sons: Ray (Cheryl) Watson of Rochester, Minnesota, Michael K. Watson of Jacksonville, Florida, and James (Katie) Watson of San Diego, California; his daughter, Billie Waller of San Diego; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and good friends. Celebration of Life will be at a later date. Arrangements with Tri-County Funeral Home of Highland, Arkansas.