Loretta Atkins Watson, 83, of Marietta, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019.  Born July 22, 1935, in Tellico Plains, TN, to parents Luther and Nellie Atkins.  She leaves behind her husband, Hugh B. Watson, several nieces and nephews.  Loretta was pre-deceased by a daughter, Kelly Ann Watson.  She was part owner of Primeco Insurance Agency of Marietta until the family sold it several years ago, and has resided in Marietta for over 40 years.  She was a member of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church.  A Memorial service will be held at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Thursday, January 10th at 11:00 am with Rev. Art Wilder officiating.  The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 am prior to the service.  Arrangements are being made by Marietta Funeral Home and Crematory 915 Piedmont Rd., Marietta, GA  30066, 770.422.1234.  Online condolence may be made at www.mariettafuneralhome.com