Sheridan Marvin Watson, 81, of DeFuniak Springs, Florida, formerly of Winslow, IL, passed away with his family by his side on Friday, November 15, 2024. He was born on October 6, 1943, to Marjorie Watson in Green County, WI. He graduated from Lena-Winslow and went to work at Spahn and Rose where he met the love of his life. He married Twyla Grindey on June 15, 1963, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Warren, IL. He then went to work at Kelly Springfield under Goodyear for 30 plus years and retired in 1993 as a tire builder. After his retirement from Kelly Springfield, they moved to Florida. Sheridan would spend Saturday nights dancing at Turner Hall in Monroe, WI. He cherished spending time and watching his children and grandchildren play sports and activities over the years. Sheridan loved John Deere Tractors, hobby farming, and spending time with the cows.
He is survived by his wife Twyla of 61 years of DeFuniak Springs, FL; 5 children - Marge (Jeff) Mayer, Marsha (Robert) Ernst, Marvin (Shirley) Watson, Marla Briggs and Mark Watson; Grandchildren - Mark (Jes), Matt (Jen), Amanda, Daniel, Brandi (Mitchell), Charles and Tyler; 13 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild with another one on the way; Cousin - Deb who was more like a sister to Sheridan; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was proceeded in death by his mom, maternal grandparents, and sister Vicki
Burial will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Warren, IL.
A memorial has been established in his name.
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