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Richard Watson Obituary
WATSON, Sr.
Richard G.T.
Richard, of Spokane, WA went to be with the Lord on January 18th, 2011. Richard was born December 5th, 1940. He was 70 years young. Friends and family called him "Pops".
Richard is survived by his seven sons Richard, Michael, Aaron, Brandon, Erik, Gabriel, and Mark. Also survived by 26 grandchildren; two sisters Dorothy and Lavelle; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Richard served in the United States Marine Corp, where he did two tours in Vietnam. Richard worked as security at Hollywood Studios. Richard relocated to Spokane, WA, where he did security for Pinkerton. Richard was a diehard Washington Redskins fan and an avid fishing enthusiast.
Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 5th at 1:00 p.m. at West Central Community Center in the E. J. Mason Auditorium. All friends and family are invited to attend. We will miss you.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Watson
LeAnn Severson
February 26, 2012
I hope you got your wings, I'm ringing the bell ! and lite the candle... just miss you much, sigh!!
February 24, 2012
I see your pictures everyday, I wish I could see you and talk to you. I do, I have you as my Guardian Angel and you have renewed my life and my love for it. This year was filled with heartache and pain, but it was also filled with new life and new things. Nothing will ever replace you and you are and will always be my father and mentor. I live in your honor, but I live my life. Thanks for everything, Until we meet again...
Brandon Mahoney
December 5, 2011
Happy Birthday Pops. I wish we could celebrate together. We do, just not the way I would like to. I am selfish and want to hug you and tell you I love you and hear you laugh and see you smile at me for being a fool. I will see you when its my time and we will once again enjoy hanging out in the garage. Until then, your love made me who I am and it helps me through the hard days. Thank you for the life we shared.
Great memories we had, see you later kid :)
LeAnn Severson
April 6, 2011
April 5, 2011
Dad,
I am so confused and need you help. Please watch over us and help us to make the right decisions. We miss you and wish we could take back the hands of time to have more time with you.
RGTW2
March 29, 2011
MY FATHER,MY FATHER YOU NEVER KNEW HOW MUCH YOU WERE LOVED. I MISS YOU AND ALWAYS HAD. ILL SEE YOU SOME DAY. TILL THEN JUST KNOW WE LOVE YOU AND ALWAYS HAD! NUMBER 2 IS STILL STANDING
THANKS 2 U
P.S. TELL 2 PAC HEY
RGTWjr
March 29, 2011
HOO RAA .
March 11, 2011
Its still hard, I want to call you and talk to you to help me through this. Its unbearable and I am suffering quietly. I hurt, I cry, I am angry. All things you would'nt want me to be right now. I wish this pain and emptiness would leave and be replaced with your love and guideance once again. Pipe dreams you would say and just go with the flow of life because thats what you would do. Pain is inevidable, Suffering is optional. I love you and miss you. You raised me to be me. I am number 6, the dominent one. Today though, Not so much. Peace be with you.
February 28, 2011
Richard,
Thank you for being such a great grandpa to me. I was glad to know a grandfather figure. I miss you and love you.
February 22, 2011
Richard, light the way for the 7 boys who are still having a difficult time. They need you to watch over them.
February 18, 2011
Richard you are the light to so many people, we know others learned so much from you.....
Brandon Mahoney
February 17, 2011
Italian proverb reads," A candle that lights another loses nothing." Dad you lit 7 candles and we must light our childrens as well. You are the light that led us here and we are the light to carry it on. Thanks. With much Love, Brandon.
Brandon Mahoney
February 17, 2011
An Italian proverb says,"A candle that lights another loses nothing." Richard you were the candle that lit 7 others and we are the candles that will light our childrens. I thank you for that. I love you and miss you, Brandon.
February 15, 2011
We miss you so very much!
February 11, 2011
Hope you are having a great time fishin with Keith again!! You are always in my thoughts and prayers...
February 11, 2011
Dad,
I miss you so much. Thank you for being the foundation of our family. I light the candle in you honor.
LeAnn
February 10, 2011
I'm still lighting a word for all. just know that. strength is found within, one self. that is why I'm very proud of Richards son's for stepping up for him, in respect and honor for their dad. Thankyou for that.
February 10, 2011
Dad, Please Please help the boys through this very difficult time. As you know, it hasn't been easy on them as you were the glue that held them together....Please let them know you want them to go on and that they have the strength to do so....to you I pray.
February 9, 2011
The Ladies and Gentlemen of the Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Richard G.T. Watson, Sr. for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Linda Anne House, Founding Father
Brandon Mahoney
February 8, 2011
It doesnt seem to be getting easier to grasp. I still talk to you everyday and only wish to hear you speak to me, I miss your laugh and the way I could always make you smile. I will see you again, tell Kieth hello from all of us and We miss and love you very much. Until that day, Brandon.
LeAnn Severson
February 7, 2011
just lighting the way more for you
Lisa LeGrand
February 7, 2011
Richard you were definitely an important part of my life as well as a major impact on my Aaron's life. I was so relieved to know that you crossed over with no pain and suffering. You mean so much to us and hope that you'll always be listening because I was so grateful to have you to talk to anytime I needed! You will always be in our hearts dear Richard. Love Aaron, Lisa, Ariel, Joey and Bubba xoxoxoxo
LaRae Bartz
February 5, 2011
Richard you will truly be missed. You were a kind person that had a huge heart.
Memories of you will last a lifetime. My condolences to the family.
LaRae Bartz
February 5, 2011
Richard Watson, you will truely be missed. I would love to hear stories that you would tell about your travels, about people you had met. You always will hold a special memory in my heart. You were so kind and loved to have fun. Always with something kind to say.
LeAnn Severson
February 4, 2011
Richard,
You'll be in our hearts & memories forever. you've added brightness, to otherwise deem places. you've taught us all to grow in ways we wouldn't think we could. God speed Richard, Love, LeAnn, Frank, Darryl
February 4, 2011
Richard, sigh!
You always said, if you light a candle and ring a bell, an angel will get their wings..so I've rang lots of bells and been lighting candle's everyday. you certainly must have the most beautiful wings by now? You'll always be in my heart, and Darryl's, and Frank's too. "Here's looking at you kid". Love, LeAnn & Frank & Darryl
Ryan Severson
February 3, 2011
Sitting here writing this I'll always remember Richard liked the weather and looking out to the night sky's on a clear night to see the stars.
Every time I look up I'll remember him!
I'll remember the times we all had watching the Game with Frank, making fun of each other. All in good humor! Like Patty had said, say hello to "Keith"(dad)for me!
Will Miss you! From all of us Seversons!!!
patty
February 3, 2011
richard was the most caring, thoughtful, fun loving person I know. he will be forever missed by all. I know he is up there with keith fishing the best lakes and fighting over who caught the "big" fish! he was a great person and will never be forgotten!
love always, your niece, Patty
P.S. tell keith hi for me.
patty
February 3, 2011
Richard was the most caring, loving, thoughtful, fun person I know! he will be forever missed by so many people. I know he is up there with Keith fishing the best lakes and catching the "big" fish! you will never be forgotten!
love always,
your niece, Patty
P.S tell Keith hello for me!
Andrea Lara
February 3, 2011
Dear Richard,
Your smile and joy for life will be missed by more people than we'll ever know. You were one of the most genuine, caring, and happy people I have ever met and I thank you so much for being a ray of sunshine in the world. Just like so many others, I will never ever forget you and your wonderful smile. And I am eternally grateful to have enjoyed your company, no matter how brief. I love you Richard. Rest in peace.
Sandi
February 3, 2011
Condolences to the family, I know you will miss him. Peace be in your hearts, though, he is happy and proud of you.
February 3, 2011
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.
Brandon Mahoney
February 3, 2011
Dad, you are my best friend and not a day goes by that I dont have a great memory to reflect on. I love you and was blessed to have you in my life. Until we meet again. Much love, Brandon.
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