Larry Ray Watson

Mr. Larry Ray Watson, 74, of Westfield, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020, at his home.  He was born March 5, 1946, in Surry County, to the late Howard and Bessie Hall Watson.  Larry was the owner and operator of Watson Used Cars in Westfield for many years.  Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Jean Dickerson Watson; two daughters and sons-in-law, Regina and Wayne King and Beverly and the Rev. Pete King; two granddaughters, Tiffany King and Samantha King; a sister, Hazel Joyce; Bonnie Watson, the mother of his children; a special niece, Christine Pack and her husband, Sam; a special great-niece, Renee Wilson and her husband, Zach; a special employee and friend, Shawn Hughes; and a host of other nieces, nephews, and friends.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Watson was preceded in death by a sister, Hucie Lawson; and six brothers, William Watson, Marvin Watson, Lowell Watson, Cladie Watson, Wilton Watson, and Joe Watson.  A graveside service will be held Sunday, June 21, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Woodville Baptist Church Cemetery, with the Rev. Pete King officiating.  No formal visitation will be held; however, Mr. Watson will lie-in-state at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy on Saturday afternoon, June 20, 2020.