William C. Watson Jr., 83 of Slatington, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest. Born on February 7, 1938 in Shawnee, OK, he was a son of the late William C. and Grace M. (Bridges) Watson Sr. William and his wife, Betty L. (Holt) celebrated 65 years of marriage together. He was employed as an architect and partner for Wallace and Watson Associates for over 40 years. He was a member of Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem. William served on the Board of Directors for Easter Seals of the Lehigh Valley and Baum Art School of Allentown. He enjoyed sailing in his free time.

Survivors: In addition to his wife, William is survived by his daughters, Vicki Watson, Shelly Watson, Cindy Bubba and husband Joseph; grandchildren, Sean Watson, Joseph Bubba III, Rachel Alvin; great-grandchildren, Collin, Caleb, Kiley Watson, Nicholas, Jaxson Bubba, Ayden Mich and a brother, James Watson.

Services: Services will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Online condolences may be offered below.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Doctors Without Borders, PO Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or to American Indian College Fund, 8333 Greenwood Blvd., Denver, CO 80221 in loving memory of William.