On Saturday, June 24, 2023 James Crocker Watson, Jr. (Jimmy) a beloved brother, uncle, and friend departed this earth. He was seventy-nine and passed away after a short illness with cancer. He loved his many friends and spent many hours riding horses with them. Winters were spent in Apache Junction, Arizona where he was affectionately called "Tennessee Jimmy".  He said that these times were some of the best times of his life.

After serving his country in the Army, he returned to Huntingdon and attended the University of Tennessee at Martin. On May 10, 1969, his father and owner of Watson Lumber Company died suddenly. Just twenty-six years old, Jimmy returned home to manage the family business which he continued until selling the lumber company in 2013. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Huntingdon.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Crocker and Kathryn Watson, and a beloved sister, Kay Watson Leonard. He leaves behind a sister, Laura Watson, brother-in-law Phil Watson and a very dear friend and companion for many years, Grace Stone. He also leaves several nieces and nephews: Paige Watson Hugg, Rachel Watson Bramlett, Bobby Leonard, Kimery Leonard, and Watson Leonard who adored their Uncle Jimmy.

Receiving of friends will be Thursday, June 29 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Chase Funeral Home.

The funeral service will be Friday, June 30 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

The family request in lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or charity of your choice.