Roy “Joe” Watson (93) of Texas City passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023.  He was born on August 24, 1929 to Curtis L. Watson and Susie M. Burkhalter Watson.

Joe served his country, joining the Navy in 1948.  He married his wife Arlis in 1954 and enjoyed 66 years of marriage.  He worked at Union Carbide for 32 years and retired in 1985.  Joe was a longtime Deacon and member of Northside Baptist Church in Texas City. He enjoyed serving God, traveling in his motor home, volunteering and his family.  He was also a volunteer with Volunteer Christian Builders and Valley Baptist Retreat.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents, wife Arlis Watson, son Anthony Watson, brother and sister-in-law James and Shirley Watson.  He is survived by his two daughters; Susan Cummings and Jo Lynn Vasquez; son Ken Watson and wife Sharon, four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

A Memorial visitation will be from 10:00am – 11:00am on Saturday, May 20, 2023 with the Memorial Service to follow at 11:00am at Northside Baptist Church with Pastor Kevin Wiltshire officiating.  Burial of Ashes will be at 1:30pm on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, Texas.