Larry B. Watson, age 82 and a lifelong Gallatin, MO resident passed away Monday morning, November 30, 2020, at his home.
Larry was born on March 29, 1938, the son of Noah Leonard and Dorothy Pearl (Smith) Watson in Gallatin.
He grew up and attended school in Gallatin. Larry served our country in the United States Army.
On May 27, 1967, he was united in marriage to Sandy Stallworth in Cainsville, MO.
Larry was an ironworker for Clarkson Construction, building bridges in the Kansas City area. He was a member of Ironworkers Local #10. Larry was ornery and enjoyed giving everyone “a hard time”. He liked taking his 1969 Mustang Fastbreak to car shows and he loved restoring cars. Larry also enjoyed going to the coffee shop. Larry will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Larry was preceded in death by his wife; parents; and brothers, David and Tony Watson.
Survivors include son, Todd (Marjorie Barlow) Watson of Coffey, MO; daughter, Shannon Watson of Gallatin; sister, Susie Watson of Cathedral City, CA; nieces, nephews, cousins, and other extended family also survive.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the donor’s choice, in care of the funeral home. Graveside service: 2 pm, Friday, December 4, 2020, Greenwood Cemetery, Gallatin, MO. There is no scheduled family visitation. Friends may call 9 am to noon, Friday at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com.
