John Andrew Watson, 62, of Lake Charles passed away Thursday, September 18, 2014 in the comfort of his home. Mr. Watson was a lifelong resident of Lake Charles. He was a graduate of Lake Charles High School and served the United States Air Force in Vietnam. Mr. Watson enjoyed fishing, camping, family vacations, collecting guns and target shooting. He also loved music and collecting C/D's. During his younger years, he could always be found working on a project for himself, family or friends. Most of his projects involved working on a motor of some kind. Mr. Watson will be remembered as a talented mechanic. He leaves to honor his memory, his loving wife, Karen Willis Watson of Lake Charles; son, Benjamin Andrew Watson and wife Crystal of Ragley, daughter, Sara Tenille Watson of Ottumwa, IA; five grandchildren, Tyler Jordan Harrington, Ethan Andrew Watson, HarleyAnn Roach and Graycee Michelle Roach and Jayce Timothy Roach and one brother, Robert "Bobby" Watson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Thomas and Nancy Moon Watson. Graveside Military Honor Services will be at 12:30 PM Wednesday, September 24, 2014 in Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Leesville under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation Tuesday will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home.