Hugh Keith Watson, age 86, of Clarkesville, GA, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2022 at his home. He was born on May 7, 1936, in Centre, AL, to the late Vinson C. Watson and Mildred Cochran Watson. He graduated with degrees from Jacksonville State, Tulane, University of Georgia, and Georgia State University. Hugh retired from Cobb County Board of Education, where he worked many years as a teacher. He was fluent in Spanish and enjoyed traveling, especially to Costa Rica and Cuba. While he was able, he enjoyed restoring old cars and tending to his fruit orchard. He was a member of Nelms Lodge #323 F&AM in Smyrna, GA and was also a Shriner and member of the Optimist International Club. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Julia Carol Watson; daughter, Angela Els; and sisters, Vivian Edwards, Frances Richardson, and Betty Martin. Hugh is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Glenn Keith and Beth Daves Watson, his daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and David Rockey, his son-in-law, Andre Els, ten grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held on Sunday, August 21, 2022 at 3:00 pm from the Akins-Cobb Blue Ridge Chapel with Dr. Tom Jordan officiating. Music was provided by Rev. Doug Simonds. Interment followed in the First Baptist Church of Epworth Cemetery. Pallbearers were Connor Els, Ben Bailey, Joey Ray, Johnny Farmer, Jordan Farmer, and Jonathan Farmer. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations of Blue Ridge, GA | 706-632-2267 There are no gallery images. Visitation Sunday, August 21, 2022 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations - Blue Ridge 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, Georgia 30513 Directions Funeral Service Sunday, August 21, 2022 3:00 PM Akins-Cobb Blue Ridge Chapel 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, GA 30513 Directions