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William Watson Obituary

William Watson

William "Willie" Watson was born Aug. 25, 1943, in Wetumpka, Alabama. He was the only child of Bill and Maribel Watson, both of whom preceded him in death.

Willie graduated from Auburn University with a master's in business. He then went into the Army, where he served as a supply officer in the Vietnam War.

He married his high school sweetheart, Paulette, in 1964. They settled on St. Simons Island, where they raised their daughter, Sheri.

Willie taught economics and accounting at Coastal Georgia Community College until his retirement in 2000. He then worked at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center for several years.

Willie loved playing tennis and continued to play weekly with his group of "old men" at Jekyll Island and the Island Club.

Willie's memory is kept by his wife of 61 years, Paulette Watson; his daughter, Sheri Albright (John) of Charlotte; and his three grandchildren, Jack, Stuart and Annie Albright, all of Charlotte.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, GA 31525, or Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, New York 10306 (www.T2T.org) in his honor.

Chapman Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Family-placed obituary

The Brunswick News, March 11, 2025

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Published by The Brunswick News from Mar. 11 to Mar. 12, 2025.

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Joe McInnes

July 31, 2025

Paulette. and family, Sandra and I send our sincere condolences as we just heard that Willie has passed away. Growing up in Wetumpka long ago he and I spent many afternoons together with Sonny Wingett walking the SNG pipeline and exploring all the hills around Wetumpka. He was a good friend and classmate that I have missed the past few years. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Willie was a good man! Joe and Sandra McInnes

Nancy Turner Stephenson

July 31, 2025

Paulette, I just found out today that Willie had died. Willie and I were graduated together from high school. He was such a sweet friend and classmate.
Please know that I am praying for you and your family.
God bless you all.
Nancy Turner Stephenson

Margie Murrell Roate

June 5, 2025

My prayers for Willie´s family. He was a dear member of our Wetumpka High School Class of 1961.

Paul Fouche ,CPA

April 13, 2025

Mr Watson taught the first class I ever took in accounting at Brunswick Junior College. I enjoyed his class and pragmatic teaching approach. He had a quick wit that kept the subject interesting. My deepest sympathy to his family for their loss.

Jack and Brenda Myers

March 15, 2025

Paulette,
We are so sorry for your loss.
I met Willie roleplaying. He always had so many amazing stories.
He will be missed by so many.
Jack and Brenda Myers

Laura

March 13, 2025

My deepest sympathy for his family.

Laura

March 13, 2025

I enjoyed working with Willie at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. He will be missed.

Clay and Stacey Rogers

March 13, 2025

Willie was always a pleasure to work with at FLETC, a truly kind man. He will be missed. Please accept our deepest condolences.

Rich Dwyer

March 12, 2025

I met Willie through work and his wonderful wife, Paulette. I was proud to call Willie a friend and enjoyed sharing a drink with him from time to time. I will always remember his wry wit and sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with Paulette and his family.

Joseph Burkhart

March 12, 2025

He was one of the first people I worked with at FLETC in 1985 . He was always full of good humor and a master at role playing , I learned a lot from him . He will be missed..

Carol Plumer

March 12, 2025

Dear Paulette and family,
So sad to hear of Willie´s passing. Our years of roleplaying are such a special memory. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Carol/Craig Plumer
Saint Mary´s, GA

Marvin Drury

March 12, 2025

Willie was a true gentleman and someone I consider a dear friend. Willie taught me at "BJC" many years ago. In more recent years I had the privilege of working with him at FLETC. I always enjoyed his company and his stories. His passing is a terrible loss, not only for his family, but for the entire community. Prayers for Paulette and all of his family. He will be missed.

Josee

March 12, 2025

I role played with Willie for many years.
He was always a ray of sunshine and quick with a joke! He will missed and remembered fondly.
Thanks for the memories Willie.
Josée V.

Art Otwell

March 11, 2025

Willie and I were friends for twenty years. We role played at FLETC and played tennis for many years at Epworth and
Retreat. We had many fun times through the years.
I will miss him.
Art Otwell

Steve Tucker

March 11, 2025

Willie was absolutely deadly as a tennis player at the net! Nothing got by him! He will be sorely missed by us tennis players.

Kathy

March 11, 2025

For 25 years on Saturday if Paulette and Willie were in town, they were in Cafe Frederica for a late breakfast or lunch. I watched Sheri grow to be a beautiful girl who her father adored.
He was our #1 Auburn fan and loved most sports.
I´ll miss your smile and great personality. And feel blessed to know you and my deepest sympathy to the family.
A man who always smiled

STEVEN WELDON

March 11, 2025

Willie was a fine cousin and will be missed by all of the family.

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