Bill Watson Obituary

The passing of Bill Watson in Kearney, Nebraska occurred on October 12, 2026. Bill, born on January 12, 1953 in Albion, Nebraska, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bill Watson to show support.

Bill touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Bill’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Howard "Budd" Burton Watson and Virginia Lee (Bobbitt) Watson; wife: Joan Marie Catlett; brother: Henry; children: Tiffani (Donald James) Harris, Nicolas (Anna) and Arianna; grandchild: Averee Watson; stepchildren: Brooke Case and Sean Case (Judi); step-grandchildren: Braden Case, Nevaeh Meston, Simon Case and Sarah Case; cousins: Richard Allen (Mary) Watson, Glenn Burton "Burt" (Linda) Watson, Gerald E. (Karen) Brown, Jr. and Francis (Dixie) Watson; uncle: William Anderson Watson; aunt: Elizabeth Norine (Bobbitt) Brown; cousins (preceded in death): Virginia Sue (Brown) Machann, Thomas Bruce Brown, Elizabeth Ann (Brown) Jasa and Thomas Arthur Watson; former wives: Janeen Leone Haave and Susan K. Riggle; other: Charles T. Karpf, Jr.