Bobby "Paul" Watson

Bobby “Paul” Watson spent most of his days with a tool belt on under the beaming sun. He carried the greatest titles throughout his life. He walked with his heart on his sleeve.

He is Superman in the eyes of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Alexis and Matthew Morris with Elizabeth, Harper and Maverick Morris. Jordan Miller with Aubree, Chloe and Hadlee Wilson. Haley Miller with McCove and Alexander Smith. (Late) Jasmine Watson, Gage Watson and Helanna Spencer (Eric Spencer).

A hero to his children Chris and Chrystal Watson.

He is a best friend to his older sister, Marybell, who held his hand throughout life.

He lived out his later days beside his loving partner, Linda Pelfrey and her children Crystal and Eddie Pelfrey.

He preceded his death by his wife Linda Lee Watson, his mother Cordie Leola Watson, his father William Watson, his brother Buddy Watson and brother-in-law Frank Prevatte.

Between July 14th, 1953, and July 27th, 2026, he loved deeply. He moved mountains most couldn’t climb. Paul made sure to make it happen for those surrounding him. From watching his grandchildren become parents and his children becoming grandparents he lived fully. If he wasn’t watching them grow, he was waiting for the fish to bite.

Throughout this life you have carried us, now we carry your legacy.

A graveside funeral service for Paul will be held at Rhea Memory Gardens in Dayton on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Anthony Smith officiating. Paul will be laid to rest next to his wife, Linda.

Please share your memories and photos of Paul on his online guest register at www.vanderwallfh.com.

The family is being cared for by Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton, Tennessee.

“Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice.” John 16:22