Marty Joe Watson

Marty was born on May 5, 1957, in Fort Riley, Kansas to Billy and Nadine. He grew up in Waldron, Arkansas and graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1979 with degree in industrial engineering. Marty married Ceriln in 1979. After moving to Longview, Texas, Marty began working for the Lone Star Steel Company as an engineer. Over their several years in Texas, the couple welcomed Melissa, Daniel, and Rebecca into their home. After the oil industry experienced a decline in the late-1980s, the family relocated to Kansas City, Missouri. There, Marty worked in the construction industry, and the couple welcomed five more children into their home: Samuel, Micah, Jeremiah, Victoria, and Timothy. Marty was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord and always sought to instill the same love for the Lord in his children. His children fondly recall his joyful smile, jokes, laughter, and strong work ethic. Marty was generous with his time and talents in helping others with home repairs. He had a passion for sports, particularly basketball, and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Marty is preceded in death by his father, Billy Joe Watson; younger brother, Rick Watson; father-in-law, Jack Dewey, and mother-in-law, June Dewey.

Marty is survived by his mother, Nina Nadine Watson; wife, Ceriln Watson; children, Melissa Dean (Robert), Daniel (MariaLee), Rebecca Dalman (David), Samuel, Micah, Jeremiah (Esmeralda), Victoria Watson, and Timothy; grandchildren: Elizabeth, Anabella, and Benjamin Bass; Eliana, Elijah, Elisabeth, and Evalee Watson; Adaleigh, Gracelyn, Emmarie, Duke, and one Dalman grandchild on the way; and Maycee Watson; siblings, Raymond (Frankie), Tina Johnson (Robert), and Toni Dozier (Allen); his hunting dogs, Toffee and Mocha; and many others that he loved.

In addition to flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Ceriln Watson at 1510 NE 69th Terrace Gladstone, MO 64118

The family would like to thank Kevin Bush and Faith Community Church for their efforts and care.

A visitation for Marty will be held Wednesday, February 7, 2024 from 5 to 7pm with the funeral service occuring the following day, Thursday, February 8, 2024 starting at 2pm both at McGilley Antioch Chapel, 3325 NE Vivion Rd., Kansas City, MO 64119.