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James R. Watson
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James Watson Obituary
May 1951 - October 2025
James R. Watson, 74, graduated to glory on October 28, 2025. Born in Logan, Utah, to James
Austin and Mary (Skehan) Watson, Jim made Yuma, Arizona his home since 1952.
As a Kofa High School and Arizona Western College graduate, he enjoyed a 43-year career with Arizona
Public Service retiring as a Load Management Specialist in 2014.
A Hall of Famer in the Yuma softball community and avid Over-the-Line player, Jim traveled often for national, regional, and world tournaments. When travel turned to leisure, he and Jacque enjoyed RV vacations in Arizona and California and visiting National Parks with family. Jim spent his retirement years surrounded by family and friends and enjoying pickleball and shuffleboard.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jacque; children, James (Caitlin), Kara (Andrew) MacHugh, and Lindsay (Chris) Kelly; grandchildren, Jenah, Jaxon, Jillian, and Juliet MacHugh; eight siblings: Kerry Anderson, Cathe Lyons, Steve Watson, Mike Watson, JA Watson, Teresa Minatogawa, Missie Gee, Margo DeWitt and their families; along with many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on November 24, 2025 at St. John Neumann in Yuma.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Family Heart Foundation or a charity of your choice.
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Jacquelene Bruno
Yesterday
Jacque
So sorry for you loss.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Bruno
Tony Steen
Yesterday
So sad to hear of Jim's passing. Many condolences to Jacque, Jimmy, Kara and Lindsay. Jim was a good man.
Nelda Crone
Yesterday
Sincere condolences to Jacque and family. Jim and Jacque lived nextdoor to my parents on 7th Ave for a while. Such nice neighbors.
Shem Smalls
November 16, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Condolences and prayers from the Smalls Family. A friend on and off the field, who listened with reason/understanding. I will miss you sir
JODY HUEBNER
November 16, 2025
God bless the Watson family so many great memories with you all growing up and softball throughout the years. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Allison Harvick Beck & Families
November 16, 2025
We're so very sorry for your loss. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
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