James Mac Watson, Jr., 63 of Safford, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 in Tucson. He was born on March 28, 1950 in Safford, to Mac and Earlene Watson. He is survived by his loving wife, Debra of Safford; son, Dustin Mac Watson (Patricia) of Sahurita; and daughter, Kerri Hopson (James) of Safford. Viewing will be from 6-8 pm on Friday, January 3, 2014 at the Caldwell Chapel, and Saturday one hour prior to services at the Mt. Graham LDS Church. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at the Mt. Graham LDS Church. Interment will follow with military honors in the Hubbard Cemetery.