David graduated from Bossier High school class of 1975 and was a lifelong resident of Bossier City. He worked for Libbey Glass as a millwright for over thirty years until his retirement. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to go camping, hunting, and canoeing.
He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Watson Sr.
David is survived by his mother, Esther Watson; son, Jeremy Watson; his siblings, Eugene H. “Buddy” Watson Jr, Jerry M Watson, and Janie Reed.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alley Cat Allies non profit.