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Jeffrey Watson Obituary
BLUFF CITY - Jeffrey Clark Watson, age 67, of Bluff City, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville. Jeffrey was born in Elizabethton, Tennessee the son of Billie (Boling) Watson and the late Thomas F. Watson, Sr. In addition to his father, Jeffrey was also preceded in death by a brother, Philip Watson.
Jeff served in the United States Army 118th Airborne Military Police in Fort Bragg, NC. Jeff made friends easy and was always helpful to others and always willing to help. He loved his family and was always sure to let them know he loved them.
Jeff was an Eagle Scout, having earned his badge in 1970. He had a good heart and freely shared with everyone. He was an avid sports player as a young man especially in golf and soft ball.
Jeff was self-employed and enjoyed working on his tractor, truck, spending time and taking care of the farm. He would allow people from all over to access Worley's Cave, on the family property. Most of all he loved his family and picking on his nieces and nephews, as he had a wonderful sense of humor.
Those left to remember and cherish Jeff's memories include his mother, Billie Boling Watson; his brother, Thomas Watson, Jr. and wife Teresa; his sister, Laura Watson Capps and husband Ricky; his children, Julie Watson Bullard, Jeffrey Watson, Jr., and Justin Watson; his grandchildren, Harrison Bullard and Ava Watson all of Greensboro, NC; and many beloved nephews, nieces, and cousins.
We are especially thankful for the love and support by Jeff's Tennessee family: Billie Sharon, Gordon, Tori, Clarinda, Gequetta and Betty.
A celebration of Jeff's life will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Friday, February 24, 2023 in the Tetrick Bluff City Chapel with Reverend Jamie Ferguson officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM in the funeral home chapel prior to the service on Friday.
The graveside service will follow at Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded at the graveside.
Condolences to the Watson family may be sent by visiting www.tetrickfuneralhome.com and signing the guest book. Tetrick Funeral Home, Bluff City is serving the family. Office phone: 423-538-7131 – Obituary line: 423-543-4917
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shelly gutierrez
March 19, 2023
I just found out that you my Airborne brother Jeff have passed. It was a great honor to serve with you at the 118th Airborne Military Police Company, 18th Airborne Corps. It is a honor as well to known you as my friend, rest well my brother. Shelly Gutierrez
Melanie Hoff Jirka
February 24, 2023
I am so sad to learn of Jeff´s passing. I have been caving on his property for over 20 years. He always had a big smile on his face. We had some good belly laughs over the years about some of the tourist that showed up. He was one of the nicest people I have ever know. He will be missed.
Tim Jenkins
February 23, 2023
We say goodbye to a beloved friend and neighbor. Jeff was my neighbor for the past 20 years. We saw each other almost everyday in some fashion. We loved to talk about the good old days or about the V.A. Where I had worked for the past 20 years. He loved to talk about his family and growing up, the Army, and current events. He always had a joke or laugh about everything. I will miss our times and seeing your truck coming up the drive. I will miss our time sitting on your porch and watching the traffic here on Timber Ridge. May you Rest In Peace till We see you again.
Maureen Bibby and David Clark
February 23, 2023
Jeff was an outstanding friend to me and my husband. He was funny and generous and made going to Worley's Cave that much more special. We miss him dearly.
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