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GEORGE WESLEY WATSON
Born: Apr 18, 1932
Date of Passing: Mar 03, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE WESLEY WATSON April 18, 1932 March 3, 2015 With deep sadness we announce that Wes passed away peacefully on March 3, 2015, at Grace Hospital at the age of 82 with his family by his side. Wes will be lovingly remembered by his wife Shirley of 62 years and children Glen (Heather), Cheryl (Dave), Trevor (Susan), Cindy (Heinz), Kevin (Dawn), Lori (Werner). Also 11 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He is survived by one sister Arlene Octavio from Hawaii (Tim). He was predeceased by one brother Eldon and parents Frank and Gwen Watson. Wes worked hard for 24 years with Watson Construction and 24 years with Birds Hill Gravel. Special thanks to Dr. Macek and staff of the 3rd floor at Grace Hospital for their compassionate care. And thanks to staff on the 4th floor of Parkview Place. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 10, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 299 Balderstone Road. Flowers gratefully declined. Those who so desire may make a donation to the Manitoba Lung Association. Cropo Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 07, 2015
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Shirley & family, so sorry to hear the loss of our cousin, Wes. We will always cherish the many memories of our times together. With deepest sympathy. Sharon & Deanep - Posted by: Sharon (nee Hanna) & Deane Cole (Cousin) on: Mar 17, 2015
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Thinking of you and your family. - Posted by: Tracy and Marc Hebert (Friends of Kevin, Dawn and Family) on: Mar 15, 2015
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Thinking of you at this sad time. You always think your parents will be there forever and no matter how old you are, you miss them. Hoping that there are many fond memories for you to cherish. - Posted by: Corky & Bob Hayden (Friends of Glen & Heather) on: Mar 10, 2015
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To the Watson family, we met Wes through my cousin's marriage. Always had a laugh when Wes was around, very friendly and outgoing. I am sure he will be missed greatly. I was unable to attend the service, so to the family I am sorry for your loss, I am sure you all have great memories of your Husband and Father. Tom Hamilton - Posted by: Tom Hamilton (friend) on: Mar 10, 2015
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Mrs. Watson and Family, we extend our Deepest Condolences. Some men leave their mark on the world by the way they live and the difference they make in the lives they touch. Let each tear that falls be a gentle reminder that you truly loved Wes, and made such a meaningful difference in each other's lives, and that is a gift that no loss or sorrow, or time or distance can ever take away. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sending Hugs and Love: The Fulawka Family xoxo... - Posted by: The Fulawka Family (Family Friend) on: Mar 10, 2015
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I met Wesley at Birds Hill Gravel when I was 10 or 11 years old (child labor laws weren't as strict back then). I'm not sure that he was too happy with me hanging around the shop, but he put me to work after school scraping gaskets on a D8H that his family once owned. Over time I helped(?) him with a lot of things on that old tractor, a vintage dragline and he taught me a lot. I'll never forget him telling me not to waste any more rags because "I'd need them to wipe my hands", or "be careful, because that tractor will ride over you and won't even say sorry". Another pearl was that you can take apart 90% of a Cat tractor with a 9/16" and 3/4" wrench. How many people know what a "watch fob" is? Although we're far away and I hadn't seen Wes for a long time, these words stuck with me to this day. I give thanks for him being part of my growing up, and will treasure those memories. We extend our condolences to his family and we will keep him in our prayers. - Posted by: Dave and Sheree Swistun (Friend of Wesley's) on: Mar 09, 2015
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Kevin, Dawn and family, my deepest sypathy on the loss of your dear Father. May your memories sustain you at this sad time and into the future. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Julie Cappello (co-worker of Kevin) () on: Mar 09, 2015
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Kevin, Dawn and family, Yvette and I are saddened to hear of the passing of your father, our deepest condolences to you, may you cherish all the memories, our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Richard Guenette (co-worker of kevin) on: Mar 09, 2015
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Lori and family, condolences, thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Maureen Mark (co-worker of Lori) on: Mar 09, 2015
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Kevin, Dawn & Family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. May your memories give you peace and comfort during this difficult time, and the days to follow. - Posted by: Joanne Borowiec (Co-worker of Kevin) on: Mar 09, 2015
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Lori and family condolences our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult times. - Posted by: Jocelyn Bobiles (co-worker of Lori) on: Mar 07, 2015