- Winnipeg Free Press Passages
- All Titles
Search:
Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday
DOUGLAS IAN WATSON
Born: Jan 26, 1927
Date of Passing: Oct 25, 2021
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or Memory
DOUGLAS IAN WATSON
January 26, 1927 - October 25, 2021
Douglas was predeceased by his parents, Matthew and Hazel (nee McLaren) Watson, brothers, Bobby, Bill, and sister Scotty Main. He was also predeceased by Janet Mackenzie Watson (nee Ryder), his beloved wife of 61 years, and his son Ian.
Douglas is survived by his daughter Martha (William King), son Alick (Anne), daughter-in-law Janine Pearson; and his six grandchildren, Emily King (David Clanachan), Christopher (Alyssa Schwenk), Maxwell, Fiona (Ross Emerson), Gillian, and Anik, each of whom he adored and celebrated.
Douglas was raised in Carcross, Yukon and never forgot his roots. His pioneering, hard working parents were stalwarts of the community, while operating the Matthew Watson General Store, teaching school and being members of St. Saviour's Anglican Church. Growing up in the north was foundational for Douglas where he garnered the lessons from his parents. Douglas continued his education by attending high school at St. George's School in Vancouver and McGill University in Montreal. He graduated from McGill University with his degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1951. Douglas and Janet were married at St. Cuthbert's Anglican Church in Toronto on August 26, 1955. Douglas' career at BA Oil, J.H. Ryder Machinery and the Manitoba Heart Foundation gave them the opportunity to make homes in Vancouver, Kitimat, Calgary and Winnipeg, while raising their three children. Latterly, Douglas and Janet moved to Edmonton, where Martha and her family live.
Douglas' passions were his family, McGill University, volunteering, education, and exploring.
The family extends their heartfelt thanks to Douglas' health care providers who ensured he enjoyed his final years to the fullest. In particular, we thank Dr. J. Butzelaar, Dr. J. Perez-Parada, Dr. C. Perry, Mikhail Surgent, Berni Flett and the staff at Touchmark at Wedgewood Memory Care.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. MT at the Anglican Parish of Christ Church (Edmonton) at 12116 102 AV NW, Edmonton.
Complying with the provincial Restrictions Exemption Program, attendees must show proof of double vaccination: COVID 19 immunization record or pharmacy record of your COVID 19 double vaccine plus government issued photo ID, and wear masks at all times while indoors. If you are unable to provide proof of vaccination or if you would prefer not to attend in person, the family hopes you will join us virtually by viewing the live stream link at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristChurchYEGLive/live
To send condolences, please visit:
www.connelly-mckinley.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 30, 2021
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
-
Doug was my Executive Director at the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba. He was an extremely supportive man who granted me a leave of absence to do a two year Masters degree. This was certainly ahead of the times. He was also caring and compassionate after my husband was injured in a bad accident. He was a wonderful man ahead of his time. - Posted by: ELINOR Wilson (Employee) on: Nov 03, 2021
-
Mr Watson and the Watson family hold a special place in my heart. Mr. Watson was the ever gracious host, enquiring and engaging. Alick’s parents were really fun to be around for me as a kid and onwards. Sage advisor, a great laugh, and patient. Best wishes to the family. - Posted by: Roger Burns (Family friend ) on: Oct 30, 2021