John Patrick Watson, age 59, of Shelby Township, Michigan, passed away Sunday, February 16th, 2020, after a long and fierce battle with cancer. John was born on December 9th, 1960 and grew up in Rochester, Michigan. John met his wife, Kim Watson, in 1975 and married her on December 21st, 1979. They shared a happy and loving marriage for forty years. John was the proud father of Jake Travis (Keely), Luke James (Lisa), and Tera Ann. He was an adoring grandfather to Charlie Mae, Leo James, Devon Isla, Elliott Valentine, and Quinn Ivy. John is also survived by his father, Robert Watson; siblings Sharyn, Karen, Bob, Joe; nephews Scot, Tony, Nolan, Joey; and nieces Megan, Karisa, Amanda, and Jenna. John was highly regarded as a master carpenter who, in his forty-plus years of work, trained and mentored many men in his craft.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 18th, 2020 from 5-8 PM and Wednesday, February 19th, 2020 from 1-8 PM at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester, MI. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 20th, 2020 at 11 AM, gathering beginning at 10 AM until time of service, at Pixley Funeral Home.