Delores Ann Watson

10/14/2026

Another Angel has found their wings and returned home. On October 11, 2026, Delores Ann Watson passed away peacefully with her family by her side.

Delores was born on October 13, 1938, in Wesley, TX to Charles E. Surovik and Leona Selma (Kramer), both of whom preceded her in death. She had an extensive career as a Certified Executive Secretary at Houston Power and Light and Centerpoint Energy until her retirement. Delores was also an active member of Old Home Missionary Baptist Church, where she served as Treasurer and sang in the choir.

Delores enjoyed playing bingo, was an avid dominoes player, and was known for her quick, sharp wit. She married Billy Joe Watson in 1979, sharing a loving 28-year marriage before his passing.

She is survived by:
Brother, Charles Surovik (and Carol)

Daughters: 
Donna T. Rackley (and William Rackley Jr.)
Connie T. Burnett

Grandchildren:
Christie Gray
La Doña Parr (and David Parr)
Jennifer Neely (and Rick Neely)
Trey (William) Rackley III (and Erika Rackley)
Mandy Garza (and Gabriel Garza)
Angelic Rackley
Crystal Burnett

Many, many, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren

Stepchildren:
John and Wendy Watson
B.J. Watson

Five step grandchildren; six step great grandchildren; and one step great great grandchild. 

She goes now to the loving arms of her parents, her husband, her son-in-law Bill Burnett, and her grandson Christopher Burnett, all of whom preceded her in death.

Viewing and visitation with the family will be Sunday, October 18 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Watson and Sons Funeral Home located at 1554 TX-7 E, Center, TX 75935. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 19 at 1:00pm at Watson and Sons Funeral Home followed by graveside service and interment at Old Home Baptist located at 635 CR 3455, Joaquin/Tenaha, TX. 

Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfh.com