Birth Date: 03/02/1946
Deceased Date: 01/13/2024
A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord… – Proverbs 12:2
Brother Charles Edward Watson was born in Johnston County to the late Pastor Julia and Deacon Charlie Watson. The oldest of five children. His peaceful earthly exodus was early Saturday morning at Duke Raleigh Hospital, on January 13th. Preceding him in death were his parents and son Kevin “Monk” Richardson.
He graduated from Richard B. Harrison in 1967 and lived most of his life in Johnston County. Charles worked at GTE Sylvania from 1967-1982 and later worked sixteen years at Nortel Networks Corporation until retiring in 2002. After retiring he worked at the Brown’s Center for about ten years and enjoyed transporting their patients to and from the hospital and doctor’s appointments. Lastly, before fully retiring he worked at Transportation Demands.
His Christian journey began at an early age at Williamson Chapel Holiness Church, Middlesex, under the leadership of her mother, Pastor Julia Watson, and continued at the Powerhouse of Prayer, Selma, under the leadership of his brother, Bishop Bobby Watson, Sr. While at the Powerhouse of Prayer, he served as an usher and worked in the brotherhood’s department. He was faithful and serious about his work for the Lord.
Charles leaves to cherish his many memories, his wife of forty-four years, Linda; his two sons Maurice (Tonya Watson) and Charles, Jr; grandchildren, Kevin (Caren Peacock), Darron, Jacari, and DeJa; great grandchildren, Julius, Jamie, Lia and Jaaliyah. His siblings, First Lady Bonnie (Bishop William Wiley), Sister Betty Watson, Deacon Bennie (Mother Emma Jean Watson), Bishop Bobby Watson, Sr. In-laws, and Cynthia (James Earl). Nieces, Chiyanna “Shantice”, Priscilla “Michelle” and Shaundrelle; Nephews, Jeffrey, Bobby, Jr., Travis, and Vance. Special great niece, Jayonnah Dennis. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Viewing
Thu, January 18, 2024
1:00 – 6:00
Sanders Funeral Home Chapel
806 E Market St,
Smithfield, NC 27577
Visitation
Fri, January 19, 2024
12:00 – 1:00
Selma Baptist Church
1500 N Webb St,
Selma, NC 27576
Funeral Service
Fri, January 19, 2024
1:00 pm
Selma Baptist Church
1500 N Webb St,
Selma, NC 27576
Interment
Fri, January 19, 2024
Selma Memorial Gardens
Selma, NC
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