He was a member of Cherokee Hills Baptist Church, a retiree of Y-12 after 36 years of service, enjoyed watching and playing golf, but his favorite time was spent with his grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his father: Virgil Watson, mother: Ennis Watson, step-father: R.O. Hicks, brother: Larry Watson and his son: Terry Watson.
Walter leaves his wife of 61 years, Mildred Evans Watson; sons: Tracy (Sherry) Watson and Mark (Rachel) Watson. Grandchildren: Sarah, Brandon, Josh, Amber, Hannah, Nate, Jayden and Jordan Watson. Great granddaughters: Charlotte Watson and Eleanor Pham, ans many nieces and nephews.
A graveside services will be held Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 10:00 AM in Hamblen Memory Gardens with Pastor Jesse Bible officiating.