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Obituary For Mr. James Alfred Watson
Mr. James Alfred Watson, affectionately known as “Al” to friends and “Alfred” to family, age 77, a native of Pageland, South Carolina, and a resident of Gladys, Virginia, peacefully transitioned from this life on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Alfred was born on August 3, 1947, in Pageland, the son of the late Fred and Nellie (Alsbrook) Watson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Florence Watson; his siblings, Eleanor Tabor, Doris Banks, Lila Jenkins, Thelma Morgan-Pendergrass, and Larry Watson; and a host of aunts, uncles, nephews, and cousins.
Upon graduation from Petersburg High School, Class of 1965, he began working as a surveyor in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, until he was drafted into the United States Army. Alfred proudly served from 1966 to 1968 as an infantryman stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas. During his service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Sharpshooter Badge (Rifle) before receiving an honorable discharge. After his military service, Al relocated to Washington, D.C., where he worked for the Metro Transit Authority. After leaving Metro, he transitioned to a career as a CDL truck driver and become the proud owner of Watson and Watson Trucking Company, performing government contract work on Bolling Air Force Base.
Al was a lifelong member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Pageland. He kept his roots and faith close to his heart no matter where life took him.
Al lived a life full of love, laughter, and fierce independence. If you ever tried to tell him what to do, you quickly found out he was going to do it his way — and somehow make you laugh about it afterward. His stubborn spirit, mixed with humor and kindness, made him unforgettable to everyone he encountered. He enjoyed taking trips to visit family, gathering for cookouts, spending time with loved ones, and indulging in seafood, one of his favorite treats. He loved watching sports, especially cheering for his Washington Commanders and rooting for any team playing against the Dallas Cowboys. He also enjoyed taking his children to Washington Bullets/Wizards games and to the racetrack to bet on horses. Al treasured the lifelong friendships he built over the years and always made time to celebrate the moments that mattered most with those he loved.
Al leaves to cherish his memory his two sons, Alfred-Jamal Watson (Chy) and Teron Watson (Brandy); his beloved grandchildren, Bryson and Kaleb Watson; and the mother of his children, Teresa Poindexter-Brown and step-children, Catina Poindexter-Tims and Jermaine Poindexter. He is also remembered with love by his siblings, Freddie Mae O’Bryant, Gerald Watson (Susie), E’Lois Watson-Thomason, and Carolyn Bennett (Karl); along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who deeply loved him.
The Homegoing Service will be on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Pageland, South Carolina. Interment with military honors will follow in the family plot of the church cemetery.
The Watson Family will greet family and friends on Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 10:00-11:00 AM at the church prior to the service.
The services will be live-streamed on Facebook via HC Smith Funeral Home.
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I just found out today (May 15) that Alfred passed. My deepest sympathy to the family. He was a friend to our family for years. He was a very close friend of my brother Clarence Miller, he attended Clarence funeral April 2024 in Washington, DC he was a good person and friend. May God keep and bless the family as they go through this loss.
🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿To Watson Family
I Miss you I Love You Thank for SHOWING Me Really How A STRONG, WISE UPSTANDING, WONDERFUL, KIND, LOVING AFRICAN AMERICAN FATHER
Rest in peace, my dear Cousin. I will miss our talks, your sense of humor, competitiveness and love of family. You will be missed. —Arthelia Brewer
Sending my love and deepest sympathy to the family. May the sweet memories you have of your love one bring peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Juliet McBride
Please accept our condolences during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends, and may cherished memories bring you peace in the days ahead.
Condolences to the Watson family rest in peace Alfred
To the Watson family, we are deeply saddened by the loss of your dearest loved one. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to each of you. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and may the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Evelyn Miller, Rosea Miller, Al Miller praying for the family.
Condolences to the Watson family keeping you in prayer 🙏
Your family has my deepest sympathy at this trying time of your loss. I'm sending up prayers of healing and strength for the family. God bless.
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Aj, Teron, Teresa & Watson Family I recently met Mr.Al, had pleasure of taking care of him. He was a awesome patient to take care of. In in I found a very wise and loving man. Deeply sorry of his passing. He will be missed. Farewell Washington Commander Fan Rest in Peace. Lona, Kelvin and Younger Family
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
I am saddened about the passing of my Cousin Alfred. He was always very kind to me. He will be greatly missed.❤️🙏🙏🙏
Prayers for the family during this time. Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted
To the Watson and extended family, I offer to you my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Brother James. May you too find comfort in knowing that he confirmed with me his faith, trust and belief in God during our last conversation about two weeks ago. "Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted." Rev. Willie M. Cannon
On behalf of Myself and the staff of Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family at this time. We pray that you will have comfort in the midst of your pain and peace in the midst of your sorrow.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
