Carolyn Johnson

Watson

Carolyn Johnson Watson, lovingly known as Carolyn, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2026, in Dublin, Georgia, at the age of 91.

She was born on October 14, 1935, in Dublin, Georgia, to the late Britt Johnson and Mattie Johnson. Carolyn lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to her family, her faith, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. She was a loving woman whose gentle spirit and kind heart touched all who knew her.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bobby Watson who was her high school sweetheart, as well as her parents and her siblings, Britt Johnson Jr., Donnie Johnson, Fay Johnson, Charles Johnson, and Claxton Johnson. Though she experienced the loss of many dear family members, she carried their memory with grace and strength throughout her life.

She is survived by her daughter, Tammie Padgett of East Dublin; her grandchildren, Mitch Padgett and Craigg Padgett and his wife Kelli; her great-grandchildren, Lauren Willhouse and her husband Collinn, Aubrie Padgett, Zoey Padgett, and Walker Padgett; and her great-great-grandchildren, Copelyn Willhouse and Wrenlee Powell. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory and the love she shared with them.

Carolyn graduated from Brewton High School where she was a gifted basketball player. Carolyn spent much of her working life serving others with diligence and care. In her early years, she worked as a seamstress at Oxford Shirt Factory, where her skill and dedication were well known. She later served as secretary at Dublin Auto Electric, where she was respected for her dependable nature and strong work ethic. She was a talented seamstress throughout her life and took pride in the gifts and abilities she used so beautifully.

A faithful Christian, Carolyn was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church, where her presence was a blessing to her church family. Her faith was an important part of her life and guided the way she loved and cared for others. She was known as a woman with a green thumb who enjoyed working in her yard and spending time outdoors. She also loved fishing, cooking, word search puzzles, and jigsaw puzzles, but above all, she treasured time spent with her family, whom she loved dearly.

Carolyn will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother whose life reflected kindness, devotion, and quiet strength. Her family and friends will forever hold close the memories of her warm smile, her caring heart, and the many ways she made life brighter for those around her. Her legacy of love, faith, and family will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Services will be held at a later date.