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Obituary For Ronald Watson
Mr. Ronald Atlee Watson (Babe), the youngest sibling, was born in Johnston County, North Carolina, to the late Percy Watson and Adell Sims Watson on November 1, 1957. Ronald passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, at age 67. He was preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Adell Sims Watson; and three brothers, Percy Earl Watson, Brandt Watson, and Lynwood Watson.
Ronald attended school in Johnston County, NC. He graduated from Clayton High School in 1976. He played varsity basketball as a guard and football for the Clayton Comets as a linebacker on defense. After graduating from high school, PFC Ronald Watson joined the Army and was enlisted for a nine-year term. Ronald had a great passion for sports, politics, and a love of family. He was a huge Carolina Tar Heel fan.
Previously, he worked as a cook at North Carolina State University for several years. He was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for friends and family. He often showed compassion to people he interacted with and always helped others when he could. During his teenage years, he attended Oakey Grove Baptist Church, and later, as an adult, he attended various local churches.
Ronald leaves behind a son, Raki Watson; a daughter-in-law, Sharonda Watson; and three grandchildren—Prince Watson, Messiah Watson, and Empress Watson—all from Georgia to cherish his memory. He also leaves a sister, Rochelle Watson Reed (George), of Garner, NC; a brother, Winston O. Watson (Jean), of Raleigh, NC; and a host of sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation: 12:00 - 1:00 pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Poplar Springs Christian Church in Raleigh, NC.
Funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Poplar Springs Christian Church, 6115 Old Stage Road in Raleigh, NC.
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Jean R. Watson sent The Peace Lily for Ronald Watson - September 16, 2025
I barned tobacco with Ronald and played football and basketball with him. He was one funny guy and would hit you on the football field. I regret not reconnecting with him later in life. He was a good man and a patriot for serving his country. He will be missed!
My Condolence to the Watson family. Remember to cherish the beautiful memories you have. Continue prayers are being lifted for the entire family.
Rochelle, My sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your brother.
To Raki, Sharonda, and the Watson Family, we extend our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your father and loved one. Please know that we love you and are praying for you. May God continue to bless and keep your family. - Sincerely, Chris, Cynthia & Josiah
Rest in peace god bless..
My sincere condolences to the family. May God comfort and strengthen you at this time. I will keep you in my prayers.
You will truly be missed. We loved you but GOD loved you more and called you home. Fly high
CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN PRAYER.
My condolences
Hey Ron My friend Im surely Going To Miss You And Laughing At Your Jokes Nomore Pain You Are Now Resting In The KING Arms Rest Peacefully Till We Meet Again.
Watson Family and relatives you have my deepest sympathy, thank you for your service, RIP
Sending heartfelt condolences to Winston & Jean Watson. May you forever cherish Ronald's memories.
I have many cherished memories of Ronald and our family living on an old country dirt road in Clayton, NC. It seems we became family before I ever married into the family because we visited each other's homes often. I will miss his laugh, and I am grateful Winston and I had the chance to see him two consecutive weeks before his passing. Rest in peace, brother-in-law. You will be missed.
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My Prayers and Condolences to the family.
We are so sorry for your family's loss. Prayers Of Love Peace And Comfort.
My best friend I will definitely miss you may you rest in peace my condolences to the family
Ronald was a Classmate of mine. I am sorry to hear about his passing. Please know that I will be Praying for Your Family. May GOD BLESS You All.
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Farewell my friend I've been beyond lucky to know you. You've been such important part of my life and others was always eager to help you will be greatly missed my condolences go out to the family
Will always have memories of Ronald from the childhood days. The family is in my prayers doing their hours of bereavement. Sorry for your loss.
My dearest and most deepest sympathy goes out to his family in this trying time. May God's Angels wrap their wings around each and every one of you to offer you peace.
There are not enough words to describe the life of Ron. His laughter could be heard around the world. His good-natured spirit that he showed to everyone that crossed his path. Is forever going to missed. He was friend to many and a nurturer to all. I will always love you but God loved more. RIP My dear friend.
My concern to the family!Rest well my Friend!
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