HJR 80 Summary

• Mourns the death of Mr. William Basil Watson, Jr., of Huntsville, Alabama, who died on February 5, 2012, at age 65.

• Recognizes Watson's education including a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Samford University and advanced banking certification from Louisiana State University.

• Honors Watson's career as Regional President of North Alabama and Tennessee at Wachovia Bank (retired 2006) and his extensive community leadership roles including service on the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce Board and University of Alabama-Huntsville Business School Advisory Board.

• Commemorates Watson's military service as a retired Major General with 38+ years in the United States Army, including 27 years as Commanding General of the 87th Division, and his decorations including the Army Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart for Vietnam War service.

• Expresses condolences to Watson's surviving family including his wife Mary Elizabeth "Meb" Boyett Watson, two children, four grandchildren, and siblings.