David Robertson Watson, Jr

David Robertson Watson, Jr obituary, Little Rock, AR

David Robertson Watson, Jr

David Watson, Jr Obituary

Visit the Smith Family Funeral Homes - Little Rock website to view the full obituary.

David Robertson Watson, Jr., age 88, of Little Rock, Arkansas, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, October 17th, 2024. Born in Elmhurst, Illinois, David is survived by his beloved wife, Sara; his sons, David (Caryl) and Trager; his grandchildren, Hannah Clark (Michael), Katie, Samantha, Jacob (Jordan), Ella (Evan McCandless), Mariah, and Makayla; his great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Maeve, and Luka Clark. He is also survived by his sister, Charlotte, and was preceded in death by his sister, Nona.

An avid outdoorsman and storyteller, David was happiest when surrounded by those he loved, recounting his life’s adventures at his cabin on Big Piney Creek.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 22nd at 12:30 PM, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 PM, both at Fellowship Bible Church, Midtown location, 1200 N Mississippi St, Little Rock, AR

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Smith Family Funeral Homes - Little Rock

8801 Knoedl Ct., Little Rock, AR 72205

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