Richard Clay Watson Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Richard Clay Watson of Athens, Alabama, who passed away on August 25, 2025, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Richard is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Richard's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ervin Watson and Clarabel Hayworth Watson. He is survived by: his siblings, Donna Knox and John Watson (Linda); and his niece Trisha.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church in Athens, or Samaritan's Purse.
