Rev. Dr. Charles D. Watson Obituary in Jackson at Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Rev. Dr. Charles D. Watson

Funeral services will be Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 12:00 noon, Springhill Christian Center, 1518 Springhill Road, Raymond, MS 39154.

“And God wipe away all tears from their eyes and there shall be no more death, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former thins are passed away.” Revelation 21:4

Reverend Dr. Charles Douglas Watson entered his eternal rest on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 5:59 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Main Hospital in Tampa, Florida. He was born on April 16, 1951 to the late Charles Edward and Pearlie Johnson Watson.

Rev. Watson accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at an early age where he joined New Hope Baptist Church. Charles grew up in Jackson, Mississippi, graduating Lanier High School’s class of 1969 and earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Jackson State University. Charles began his professional career at Allstate Insurance Company in 1976 as a Staff Claim Adjuster, handling both automobile and homeowner claims, where he was an extremely dedicated employee and was promoted to Fraud Investigator. Because of his profound customer service skills and dedication, Charles received the Allstate Good Hands Award, Chairman’s Award and was featured on the Paul Harvey radio show.

Rev. Watson was elected as the first black member of the Hinds County School Board, and later served as President. He was admired by all members of the board, teachers, and staff for us unwavering dedication.

At an early age, Rev. Watson knew God had something planned for him. Day in and day out, God touched his life and he gave that gift to others through the wonderful works of our Lord and Savior. God called Charles as His messenger. He received his Doctor of Theology from New Foundation Theological Seminary in Terry, Mississippi. Rev. Watson was a wise counselor, co-laboring in God’s vineyard. He was always ready to help anyone in any way that he could. He had encouraging words and a friendly smile for everyone he met along life’s way. Charles was always described as a people person and never met a stranger. His gentle nature harbored no harshness but radiated love, cheerfulness, patience, kindness, and hospitality.

Reverend Dr. Watson started his journey as a minister in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church under the leadership of Bishop Thomas Hoyt. He began his ministry as pastor of Mt. Gideon CME Church in 1996 until 2001. Rev. Watson later became pastor of Center CME church (1998-2001), Washington Temple CME Church (2002-2008) and Ebenezer CME Church (2009-2010). In 2011, he was transferred to Mt. Zion CME Church and in 2013 also became pastor of Little Mount CME Church in Utica, Mississippi. Rev. Watson was pastor of Mt. Zion and Little Mount until his death.

Rev. Charles Douglas Watson’s legacy will be cherished by his loving and devoted wife of forty -nine years, Dianna Faye Owens-Watson, three (3) sons; Charles Douglas Watson, II, (Kinshasa) of Jackson, MS; Edward (Shanell) of Clinton, MS and Markus (Jennifer) of Tampa, FL., ten grandchildren; Kaitlyn, Douglas III, Nicholas, Sean, Harrett, Jordan, Leigha, Markus, McKenzie, and Malachi, three siblings; Marshall (Carolyn) Watson, Frances (Robert) Nixon and Kathy Beasley along with a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, in law, church family and friends.

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My prayers are with the family we all loved him at Allstate Insurance Company. Charles was a delight to be around always happy and smiling. Rest in peace.
Patrice Anderson-Paige

I offer the Watson family my condolences and prayers.
Stanley L. Madison, MS.

Praying for the Watson Family. So sorry for your loss. God be with you all. Pinkie Pleasant Gooden class of 69.

Condolences to the Watson Family. RIP Rev. Dr. Charles Watson
Oscar & Beverly Pope

Condolences to the Watson Family RIP Rev. Dr. Charles Watson.
Oscar & Beverly Pope

Dr. Watson was a Good Samaritan who cared about the lives of others. He showed much love to the sick and those who were in need! He gave much love to his family. I pray that the family will be at peace and unity as they remember him! Rev. Dr. Margarie J Stovall

To the Watson family God has you in his care. Be blessed. Delois Barnes Hays and Ellis Hays/Family.

We the Presiding Elder, the Reverend Ernest T. Miller and the Members of the Columbus-Meridian District of the MS-South Region of the Fourth Episcopal District in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church offer our warmest condolences and deepest sympathy to Mrs. D. Faye Watson and Family for your loss. The Reverend Dr. Charles D. Watson was both friend and fellow laborer of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. The fond memories of him and the many laughs shared will be our solace and succor; may such be yours today and in the days to come. Praise God, worlds without end. Amen.

Condolences to Fay and Family. Charles and my brother John were great friends. He performed the eulogy at my brother's homegoing.They are together again.

Faye and family, our hearts broke for and with you as we heard the news about "our brother's transition"...We will forever cherish our family's connectedness. We Praise God for his and John Wayne's long lasting friendship/brotherhood...May you find solace in all the many memories built over the years...#Qs, #BidWhistPartners, etc... Love, Gregg and Virginia (Hamburger)

To my cousins the Watson family,no words can express how I felt about you passing. You always kept us laughing when you would visit us in McComb during holidays and church revivals or big meetings as they were call when we were growing up."Suge" is the name we always called you.We love you and we will miss you.I pray that God will give your family strength during this difficult time. The Varnado family and I, Bernice Norman. Spring,Tx

From The Jacobs Family,The Moncure Family,Maybelle Floyd,Mrs Zilla Dixon ,Harold and Mrs Ray Jones and Polly Caston and family.Your are a pastor who will be missed.Caring, generous and compassion from a man who left hard shoes to fill.It was a blessing to know you and your family.So our prayers to your family.Those we hold in our hearts never truly leave us.

My condolence to the Watson family. Dr. Watson's grandmother and my grandmother were sisters. Fond memories of coming to Jackson. Dr. Watson came to Houston in2005 when my mother passed. May God bless his legacy and emulate his Godly life. Celebrate his life! He is absent from the body and present with the Lord. Farewell. Carolyn Mays.

My prayers are with you. Heidi Eva Jones

My prayers are with your family as you celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Watson. I loved hearing him sing "If I Had Wings" Pinkie McMurray

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Watson family. Your words of wisdom and spiritual guidance shall always be remembered. The Taylor, Hull,Higgs and Giles Family

My deepest sympathy for your loss. Words can not express all that I feel. I pray that God gives the family the strength to endure. Grace and mercy.

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to Sis. Faye Watson and the entire family of a dear brother and friend, Dr. Charles Watson. May the God of all comfort keep you in perfect peace as you keep your mind stayed on Him. Pastor Burell & Minister Jackie Le Washington Chapel CME Church, Gulfport

Charles has always been a light hearted person whom you always felt very comfortable around. Very sincere and a excellent family man, cousin 9and friend. We'll miss him greatly. Strength to the family. From Bridget & John King, Glen Ellyn Il.

We thank and praise God for the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Charles D. Watson. We especially pray the comfort of the Holy Spirit to the family through this time of bereavement. May the light of God surround them, the love of God enfold them, the power of God protect them and the Grace of God guide and direct direct them, H in Christ Jesus.
Billy & Linda Gooch BLG Ministries

We were very saddened to hear of the loss of my classmate and boyscout friend Charles Watson. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends, praying God's blessings and strength during this most difficult time. Rest in paradise my friend Lanier Bulldog forever "833" Eddie Gayden & Family

It is with immeasurable sadness that I send my condolences to You Faye and the Family. There are no words to express such a loss. Rev. Dr. Watson was a wonderful, kind, Godly,Caring Man. It is my FERVENT PRAYER through this difficult time as you reflect on things and remember all those times that were so funny and great you will see his smile and remember the lovely life you shared and the super family he was So proud that he would say with a smile "That's My Family. Sympathy and prayers Jo Ann Bozeman O. Johnson May God Bless .

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Rev. Dr. Charles Watson my condolences to the Watson Family.
Mr.Walter (Betty) Scott - Terry, MS

I was deeply saddened by the news about Rev. Charles D. Watson .I am so very sorry. please remember that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
As a Neighbor-Barbara A. Scott

Prayers and condolences Faye and family Samuel and Dorothy G Robinson

My Love and Prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. May the Love, Grace, and Mercy of our Heavenly Father give you peace in the days ahead. God Bless! Bettye Thomas

My condolences and prayers to the family. Mary H.Simpson

My thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Watson Family and Friends.

Rest in peace. Helen S Brinson

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