Donald L. Watson

January 6, 1934 - July 29, 2020

Donald L. Watson, 86, of Wynne, died on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, at his home. Donald was born on January 6, 1934, in Litchfield, Illinois to the late George E. and Lydia Trunk Watson. Donald served his country in the United States Marines from 1952 until 1953. He was a retired executive flying crop duster and enjoyed wood working. Donald is a member of the St. Peter's Catholic Church in Wynne. Survivors are his wife, Barbara Watson of the home, daughters, Donna Watson of Marion, Deborah Thomson of Slayden, Mississippi, Patricia Fike of Indianola, Mississippi, sons, Michael Watson of Brandon, Mississippi, Jeffery Watson of Collierville, Tennessee, nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Dorothy Donna. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Lydia Watson, brothers Milford and Paul Watson. Visitation will be held on Thursday, 5 to 6 PM at Kernodle Funeral Home. Rosary will begin at 6 PM. Funeral services will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church on Friday, July 31, 2020 at 10 am with military honors. Burial will be private at the Arkansas State Veteran's Cemetery at Birdeye. In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be made to St. Peter's Catholic Church. Per State of Arkansas COVID-19 directive, face coverings are required for any indoor gatherings, please always maintain social distancing.