Edward Preston Watson, 75, of Mount Dora, passed away Thursday, April 07, 2011. Born in Ashville, Alabama, he moved to Mount Dora in1958 following serving in the U.S Navy. He retired as Corporate Manager with Martin Marietta in Orlando, FL. Mr. Watson was of protestant faith. He was a member of Antique Car Clubs and enjoyed helping others with their classic cars. He is survived by his Wife - Candy M. Watson of Mount Dora, FL; Son - Mark E. Watson of Calhoun County, FL; Grandson - Clint and Justin Watson; Sister - Caroyln Jones of Port Saint Joe, FL; and several nieces. The family will receive friends at the Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, 1617 S. Bay Street, Eustis, FL 32726, on Wednesday April 13, 2011 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM with funeral services at 7:00 PM. Interment will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Bluefield, WV. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to A.L.S. Association (Lou Gehrig's Disease), 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 250, Agoura Hills, CA 91301. Online Guestbook available at
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Arrangements by Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis.