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Ben Ray Watson, Jr.

December 2, 1972 — October 21, 2024

Ben Ray Watson, Jr.

Ben Ray Watson, Jr. "Ben" of Troutman, North Carolina, formerly of Mooresville and Charlotte went to live the eternal dream on October 21, 2024.

 Ben was recently inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame highlighting his three decades of coaching. While earning over 600 career wins, two team state championships, and sponsoring Fellowship of Christian Athletes he was a mentor to hundreds of young men. The parents of his wrestlers became more than spectators of a sport he led. These parents became dear friends of his entire family.   

Ben believed it was paramount to make lasting memories: enjoying Lake Norman with his family, taking cruises with his wife, golfing with friends, celebrating holidays with extended family, and playing in the sand during lots of beach vacations with his grandchildren.   

Ben was preceded in death by his father, Ben "Ray" Watson, Sr.; sister, Marcey Carole Watson Cuthbertson; and daughter, Sarah Brandon Alexander.   He will be missed by his wife, Cindy Watson; mother, Emily Watson; daughter Anna Catherine Reeves and husband Logan Reeves; daughter Starr Watson; son Ray Watson; granddaughter Adeline Wilcox; grandsons Campbell Wilcox, Thompson Wilcox, and Emmett Reeves; and a host of beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and more.   

The family is receiving friends Saturday, October 26 at 1:00 p.m. at the Mooresville High School Gymnasium, 659 E. Center Ave, Mooresville, North Carolina. A celebration of Ben's life will begin at 3:00 p.m.   

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to FCA of North Carolina, 4600 Marriott Dr.#120, Raleigh, NC 27612   

The family would like to extend their appreciation to all the nurses, physicians and staff of Levine Cancer Center and MD Anderson. To our friends, your unwavering compassion, support and kindness will never be forgotten.   

Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory, Mooresville, is serving the Watson family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.

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Visitation

Saturday, October 26, 2024

1:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Mooresville High School Gymnasium

659 E Center Ave, Mooresville, NC 28115

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Celebration of Life

Saturday, October 26, 2024

Starts at 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Mooresville High School Gymnasium

659 E Center Ave, Mooresville, NC 28115

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