Joshua-Watson-Obituary

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Joshua Dale Watson

Sep 21, 1982 - Nov 21, 2025

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Josh , we will always love you and keep your memories alive❤

Josh loved his family and worked hard to make a life for all of those beautiful children and of course Mary, his beloved wife.
His courage and strength was instrumental to us all.
Josh lived a straight life and cared deeply for his family.
May he rest in God’s peace.

Josh sure left a legacy on earth! I graduated with him in 2001. He was the best basketball player in school. He will be missed.

His baby girl

Josh, you will forever be the greatest love of my life. Though my heart longs to be reunited with you in heaven, I praise God for the precious time He allowed us on this earth. We rest in the promise that you are now whole, free, and held in perfect peace. I love you forever, sweetheart.

What a beautiful man. He believed, trusted, and loved my son. Thank you Josh for loving my boy as if he was your own. Rest easy my friend!

Josh, I look forward to meeting you in Glory. Blessings and Peace always on you, your wife and family.

Josh, you were a strong man and I saw for years your courageous battle. We are all incredibly impressed with your strength and positive attitude. Your friends and family will carry on your memory.

Josh fought with incredible strength and grace. My heart aches for all of you. His love for his family was evident. His courage will forever be an inspiration. May all the memories bring you comfort, and his love continue to surround you always! Holding you all close in my thoughts and prayers.

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Joshua's Obituary

Joshua Dale Watson was born in Springfield, Missouri, on September 21, 1982. He was the youngest child of Corey Watson and Rebecca Matney. He lived his entire life in Galena, Missouri. He graduated from Galena High School in 2001.He worked as a concrete construction laborer but was also a jack of...

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