John Watson

John William Watson, 59, of Milton, passed away Friday, June 5, 2015. John was born October 13, 1955, in Naples Italy. He has resided in the Milton area most of his life. John was an ultimate athlete and sportsman. He was the creator and founder of Whip-It Products. John was a member of West Milton Church of Christ. John is predeceased by his parents, J. W. and Emma Geraldine Watson; and his son, John Clifton Watson. He is survived by his son, Jay Wesley Watson; two sisters, Diane (Paul) Hutcherson and DeeDee (M.J.) Rhodes; wife of 25 years, Joann Watson; several nieces and nephews; and Dannica Lowery and Deidre Gerenscer who he loved like daughters. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Monday, June 8, 2015, at Lewis Funeral Home, Milton, with Minister Mike Mefford officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Covenant Hospice.