We are sad to announce that on May 16, 2024, at the age of 96, William W. Watson of De Soto, Missouri, born in Clay, Kentucky passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Harve Watson and Cleta Watson; his sons, Billy and Mike Watson; his stepmother Cordelia Watson; his brother Bob Watson; and his nephew Kelly Watson.

He is survived by : his wife Emma Lou Watson of De Soto, MO; his children, Donna L. "Dee" Dawes (John "Pete") of De Soto, MO, Steve Watson (Diane), Dr. Suzanne Watson (Brian Dreckshage) of Ballwin, MO, William David Watson (Jane) of Lawrence, KS and Jeff Watson (Paige) of Union, MO; his daughter-in-law Cherie Watson of Jacksonville, FL; his niece Robin Telfian (Watson); and his nephew Todd Watson. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Saturday, May 18th 2024 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home (220 N Main St, De Soto, MO 63020). A funeral service was held on Sunday, May 19th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the same location.

As an expression of sympathy memorials to Serenity Hospice Care, 5272 Flat River Rd., Park Hills, MO 63601 or the American Diabetes Assoc.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dietrich-Mothershead Funeral Home