Berch Watson Obituary (1942 - 2024)

Berch Chalmers Watson was born in Scotia, California on March 11, 1942. He grew up in Bridgeville, California, where he learned to hunt, fish and enjoy the outdoors. He worked for the County Road Department for more than 40 years. He was a frequent contestant at local car races, where he collected many trophies over his racing career. Berch always dreamed of owning a ranch and in 2009, he and his wife moved to a small ranch in Long Creek, Oregon. Here they hunted and enjoyed retired life in this small community. On January 10, 2024, Berch drove his final race and won when he crossed the finish line at home in his sleep. Listen to some country guitar music, catch a fish, win a jackpot at the casino, watch sunrise or have a drink with a friend and remember times you spent with him. When you meet a member of his extended family take time to share a special memory with them. A Memorial Service will be announced in the spring. Memorial contributions can be made to The Long Creek Volunteer Fire Department through Driskill Memorial Chapel at 241 S. Canyon Blvd., John Day, OR 97845.