Obituary of Dale Arlie Watson

Dale Arlie Watson, Sr., age 69, of Roby Greene Road, Boone, passed away Friday, March 4, 2022 at the Watauga Medical Center. Born April 24, 1952 in Watauga County, he was a son of Arlie and Geneva Miller Watson. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era and owned and operated W. W. Logging, LLC. Dale was a hard worker and always enjoyed working with his hands and enjoyed being involved with his family. He had a personable character and was a friend to all. When he could he enjoyed visiting car shows. Dale is survived by his partner and significant other for 24 years, Amy Norris of the home; sons, Dale Arlie Watson, Jr. and wife, Celena, of Mount Airy and Travis William Watson, of Fleetwood, daughter, Geneva Watson and son, Reece Watson, both of Boone; his father, Arlie Watson of Boone; grandchildren, Calissa and Troy Watson, both of Mount Airy; and sisters, Patricia Watson and husband, Jimmy and Juanita Miller, all of Boone. He was preceded in death by his mother, Geneva Watson and one sister, Sandra Watson. Celebration of Life services for Dale Watson will be conducted Tuesday morning, March 8th at 11 o'clock at the Tabernacle Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Gary Watson. The family will receive friends from 10 until 11 o'clock, prior to services, at the church. Graveside services with Military Honors provided by the DAV Chapter 90 and the American Legion Post 130 at Bethelview United Methodist Church Cemetery will be private. Online condolences may be shared a the website www.austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Watson family.