WATSON, James R.

Published by Yuma Sun on Nov. 16, 2025 - Yuma, Arizona - >> James R. Watson << >> May 1951 - October 2025 << James R. Watson, 74, graduated to glory on October 28, 2025. Born in Logan, Utah, to James Austin and Mary (Skehan) Watson, Jim made Yuma, Arizona his home since 1952. As a Kofa High School and Arizona Western College graduate, he enjoyed a 43-year career with Arizona Public Service retiring as a Load Management Specialist in 2014. A Hall of Famer in the Yuma softball community and avid Over-the-Line player, Jim traveled often for national, regional, and world tournaments. When travel turned to leisure, he and Jacque enjoyed RV vacations in Arizona and California and visiting National Parks with family. Jim spent his retirement years surrounded by family and friends and enjoying pickleball and shuffleboard. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jacque; children, James (Caitlin), Kara (Andrew) MacHugh, and Lindsay (Chris) Kelly; grandchildren, Jenah, Jaxon, Jillian, and Juliet MacHugh; eight siblings: Kerry Anderson, Cathe Lyons, Steve Watson, Mike Watson, JA Watson, Teresa Minatogawa, Missie Gee, Margo DeWitt and their families; along with many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on November 24, 2025 at St. John Neumann in Yuma. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Family Heart Foundation or a charity of your choice. Please sign the guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/yumasun