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Official Obituary of

James Edward Watson

November 21, 1956 ~ January 9, 2026 (age 69) 69 Years Old

James Edward Watson Obituary

Psalm 18:2
The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

James Edward Watson transitioned peacefully on Friday January 9,2026 at his residence. James Edward Watson leaves to cherish his memory: Sisters Toni Bagley of Raleigh, NC and Brenda LeSane of Lillington, NC; Brothers Larry Bagley of Raleigh, NC and Dennis Bagley of Smithfield, NC; Aunt Evone Archibald of Smithfield, NC; Uncle Wardell Watson of Smithfield, NC; Special Friend Mary Mace of Smithfield, NC; Bonus Children: Ronald Session, Maryann Johnson, Jimmy Session, Al Session, Sharondah Hobbs, Maish Mace, and Al Mace, all of Smithfield, NC; Bonus Grandson Jayceon Sanders of Smithfield, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

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Services

Visitation
Saturday
January 17, 2026

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Trinity United Faith Center Church
110 S State Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Funeral Service
Saturday
January 17, 2026

3:00 PM
Trinity United Faith Center Church
110 S State Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Final Resting Place
Wednesday
January 21, 2026

Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery
164 Longs Plant Farm Road
Goldsboro, NC 27534

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