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Edward Watson Obituary
Edward Ray Watson
AUTRYVILLE — Mr. Edward Ray Watson, 61, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, March 3, at Butler Funeral Home in Roseboro with the Rev. James Dees Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Roseboro Cemetery.
He was born May 7, 1955 in Sampson County and formerly worked as a firefighter with the City of Fayetteville.
He is survived by his wife, Melloney S. Watson; parents, Edward Francis and Virginia Brock Watson; sister, Sheilah Gray and husband David; nephew, William "Billy" Gray; and brother-in-law, Tommy Stanley Jr.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 2, at Butler Funeral Home in Roseboro and other times at the home.
Services are by Butler Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro St., Roseboro.
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Angela Carroll Adams
March 3, 2017
Melloney, so sorry to hear about Ray, he is at peace now and I hope enjoying a goods time with old friends in heaven.
Janet Wenrich
March 2, 2017
Melloney I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was definitely a kind, friendly man. He was always kind to my mama and brightened her day when he would come into Hurley's. I know you will miss him terribly. Love and hugs!!!!! Janet Hill
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Sherri Jackson Bostic
March 2, 2017
Melloney... just saw this on FB. Prayers to you and family. Ray (& You) were always so kind to me. If there is ever anything...... Please call. 9109900415.
Don Edwards
March 1, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace during this sad and stressful time.
Wendy and Buck Jackson
March 1, 2017
Mellony,so sorry for your loss.Ray was a sweet man, I pray that God will give you strength and comfort. Love you
Willis and Diana Odom
March 1, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you at this sad time.Praying for you and your family.
Jennifer Key
March 1, 2017
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God stand with you during your time of need.
Lynetta Faircloth
March 1, 2017
I am trying sorry for your loss Melloney. You and the family will be in my prayers.
Lynetta Faircloth
March 1, 2017
I am praying for grace and peace for the entire family. He will be truly missed
Donette Bullard
March 1, 2017
So sorry to hear about Ray! Thoughts and prayers for Melloney and family! He was a sweet man! RIP
Johnnie Sessoms
March 1, 2017
A true friend that will be missed forever,may God bless his family
Deborah Shields
March 1, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Prayers for you Melloney and the family. Such a nice guy. RIP...
Wanda Langley
March 1, 2017
Mellanoey I'm so sorry to hear about Ray. I've walked in your footsteps. Losing your spouse is very hard to do. But he's at peace and he's not hurting anymore. If you need to talk I'm here for you. Next time I'm in Roseboro maybe I can see you. One think you've got to remember is to take it minute by minute and don't forget to BREATHE. It is ok to cry. Love you.I'm Amanda Evans Mom in case you don't remember.
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