Leon Jennings Watson

Leon Jennings Watson, a loving, humble, and adventurous soul, was born on May 28, 1954, in Wyandotte, MI.
He resided in Williamsburg, Kentucky, and passed away gracefully on August 29, 2023.
Leon was a dedicated member of the Mountain Ash Baptist Church, and his faith was a pillar of strength throughout his life.
Leon’s adventurous spirit took him on many journeys, including his successful career as a professional dog trainer. He trained sporting dogs in Montana, Kentucky, Wisconsin and Michigan, and his love for animals was evident in his dedication to this work. He was also a lover of the outdoors, and his favorite activities included hunting, fishing, and spending quality time with his family.
Leon is survived by his daughters, Amber Watson San Diego, California and Jena Schnieder of Whitefish Montana; his granddaughter, Isabella deAquino of San Diego, California; his wife, Joy Watson of Great Falls Montana; his siblings, Linda Lawson and husband Truman of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Sandra Leach and husband Gary of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Gary Watson and wife Lisa of Williamsburg, Kentucky, David Watson of Williamsburg, Kentucky, Tony Watson and wife Karen of Shelby, Montana, and Donnie Watson and wife Blanc of Williamsburg, Kentucky.
Leon was preceded in death by his parents, William and Pauline Watson; and his siblings, Jim Watson, Billy Watson, and Joyce Brown.
Visitation for Leon will be held on Saturday, September 2, at 12:00 pm at the Mountain Ash Baptist Church located at 390 Buck Creek Road, Williamsburg, Kentucky.
The funeral service will follow at the same location at 1:00 pm, with Rev. Todd Lawson and Rev. Billy Carpenter.
The burial will be at Watson Lawson Cemetery in Williamsburg, Kentucky, at 2:00 pm.
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants.” – Psalm 116:15. Leon was indeed a faithful servant, and his memory will continue to be a blessing to all who knew him.
We encourage you to share your fondest memories of Leon on his memorial page, where you can also upload photos that celebrate his adventurous, humble, and loving life.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.