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Kenneth Watson Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Roanoke Times.
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John & Jackie Gibson
December 28, 2008
Betty & Kim
Our deepest sympathies for the lost of Kenny. We just heard of the loss and are so sorry. Kenny was a great friend and banjo player. We will miss him greatly.
Tye Hall
December 28, 2008
Kim,
My family and I send our deepest sympathy. If there is ANYTHING that I can do call me. Love always, Tye Hall.
T. J. Miller
December 20, 2008
May Our Heavenly Father comfort you and grant you peace to help you to cope during these difficult days. I offer my sincere condolences to you all.
Chris Almond
December 18, 2008
Kim
I live a few states away, but my mother immediately emailed me to tell me about your loss. I guess Hardy Road kids stay close, regardless of the time that has ticked away. I feel for you, and we pray for you and your family.
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Jessica Weaver
December 18, 2008
I'm one of Kenny's next door neighbors, and this was a huge, and upsetting loss for us. My brother and I would go over there a lot as little kids, and sometimes my brother would help him mow the yard. My heart and prayers go out to Kim, Betty, and the rest of his family and friends. He was a very good man, and he will always be remembered.
Don & Judy Lucas
December 17, 2008
Kim:
Our entire family sends our deepest condolences to you upon the untimely loss of your father. If we can do anything for you at all please feel free to call on us. Remember with a smile all of the little things that meant much to you over the years, especially his smile. Do not mourn his loss...instead, celebrate his life.
Don and Judy Lucas and Family.
Terri Welch (Tomlin)
December 17, 2008
Kim,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. I came in this past weekend to visit my family when it happened. (my parents still live up the street from your dads house) You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!! If there is anything you need or that we could do, please let us know.
The Tomlin Family
(Bob, Melba, Pam, Terri and Cindy)
Jessi Miller
December 17, 2008
Betty T.
I was so saddened when Dad told me of Kenny's passing. You and Kenny were always so nice to us "young folks" at all of the festivals. You both looked after us and treated us as part of the Bluegrass Family.
Dottie & Pete Cadd
December 17, 2008
Cindy,
We are so sorry to hear about your brother's death. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Plumsideways Jim & Gunner Hosey
December 17, 2008
I would like to share my condolences to Kenny's family and Ms. Betty. We will miss Kenny and his smile. A traight that he had while he played his music. I remember playing music at the Firestation when I first started playing bluegrass. He was a master of the banjo and a good man. He will be greatly missed by the bluegrass family and friends.
Irene Bethel
December 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Leslie and Bonnie Reid
December 16, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Nothin' Fancy Family
December 16, 2008
Betty A.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Kenney's family. Kenney will greatly missed in the Bluegrass Family.
Connie (Craft) Kessler
December 16, 2008
Kim, I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's death. He was a great guy and well liked. He will be truely missed, we were good friends in High School.
Karen Hudgins
December 16, 2008
Kim, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
ANGELA TOLLEY BETHEL
December 16, 2008
DEAR KIM,
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD. I KNOW THAT YOU AND HIM WERE CLOSE AS ALL DADDYS GIRLS ARE. I KNOW WHAT IT IS LIKE. I LOST MY DAD A FEW YEARS BACK BUT I KNOW HE WATCHES OVER ME EVERYDAY. HE DOES NOT SUFFER OR WORRY SO I AM AT PEACE WITH THAT. IF YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO THAT HAS BEEN THERE OR ANYTHING FOR THAT MATTER I AM HERE FOR YOU. AGAIN I AM SORRY AND TIME WILL HEAL THE HEART AND MEMORIES WILL HELP WITH THE HEALING.
Jim & Judy Poindexter
December 16, 2008
So many memories - close friends in high school with Sarah & Kenny, Jim & Kenny working at the gas station and then the fire department. Kim, we love you!
Jennifer Renick-Kinney
December 16, 2008
Kim,
I am so sorry to here about your dad. He was a good man and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sam Miller
December 16, 2008
I was greatly saddened to hear of Kenny's passing. He was a wonderful guy and a true friend to many people.My thoughts and prayers will be with the family and Betty, now , and in the future. Kenny, you and your pickin' will be sadly missed by so many,my friend. Give us a sign from Heaven when you hear us playing.
Sam Miller
Judy & Henry Boitnott (Virginia-Carolina Band)
December 16, 2008
Betty T.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Steve Carper Jr.
December 16, 2008
Kenny you will be missed from my family, Dad, Jesse and I. I learned alot of good pickin licks from you and you will always be remembered as a friend and a brother.
Steve Carper and the Locust Mtn. Boys
Teresa (Merritt) Nester
December 16, 2008
Kim,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We grew up with you Mom(Sarah) and I remember when they first started dating. Your Dad was a good man and I know you will miss him dearly. He can rest in peace with your Mom now.
Jerry Fleming
December 16, 2008
I am so sorry to to learn of Kenny's passing. I too have many great memories of Kenny, he was a joy to be around. RIP my friend.
God bless Betty, Kim and all of his extended family in the days to come.
Richard Greer
December 16, 2008
You will be missed
George Gustin sr.
December 16, 2008
the watson family; my thoughts and prayers are with you on your loss of Brother Kenneth. God's Peace be with you in your time of loss. {Ex. Capt. } George Gustin Sr. M.F.D.N.Y. Retired }
Speedwell Volunteer Fire Department
December 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
sharmaine abdullah
December 15, 2008
kim,
i am so sorry to hear about you losing your father. you and your family will continue to be in my prayers. may god comfort you through these sorrow times. i love you.
love
sharmaine (friend & co-worker on 10 west)
Micah Lucas
December 15, 2008
Kimberly you have my thoughts and prayers and I just hope that you find a way to deal with the grief that I know you must be feeling. To lose your Dad is horrible. I know how many great memories that house held for you. I wish there was something I could say or do to take away your pain but unfortunately there isn't. Your Dad made the best BBQ and Spaghetti Sauce. He will be missed.
Tony Ward
December 15, 2008
Kim, I am so sorry about your Dad's passing. All of us at West End Presbyterian Church will have you and family in prayer and thought.
Carolyn Freund
December 15, 2008
Betty A.
My sympathy and love are with you and your family. I will be
there Wednesday. Please call if you need any thing at all any
time-day or night.
Carolyn Freund
Nancy Hamblin
December 15, 2008
Kim, we will always remember the good times when you were a little girl and your mom, Sandra and I would get together when the firemen were on duty. Also all the get togethers with all of us. You were so loved by your mom and dad. Your dad talked about how proud of you he was just recently when he stopped by the house. He ate salt fish with David(Slim) and some other firemen at Greenwood Restaurant about 2 weeks ago. He seemed to be happy and enjoyed the time with his friends. He was a good person. I know you will miss him and if we can do anything for you, just let us know. Nancy and David Hamblin
Bobby Moore
December 15, 2008
My condolences to all of Kenny's friends and family. He was someone I respected highly for a very long time. I'll miss his pickin, fishin, snoring (smile), and friendship. He brought much joy and love to this world.
Don and Joyce Wilson
December 15, 2008
Kim,
We are very saddened to hear the terrible news about Kenny. It has been many many years but will always remember the highschool days of double dating, staying out all night on weekends, and just raising ****.
Rest in Peace Kenny as you join Sara.
mark and Becky
Becky Bates
December 15, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of this accident. He was a widower of my cousin, Sara . My prayers are with Kim and the other friends and family at this time.. God bless..
Cousin Becky (Montgomery) Bates
David Jones
December 15, 2008
Kenny was not only a great firefighter but also a great Navy Veteran. For many years he always treated me like family. I can still remember hearing him play "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" on the banjo at Galax when I was a kid. I will also always remember all the stories we shared about our days in the Navy. Althought you wil be sadly missed , I know that you are now part of that Rainbow in the sky. Rest In Peace "Boat's".
Sandy Russell
December 15, 2008
Cindy and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy and Danny, Shirley
Doug Chittum
December 15, 2008
To Betty T,
All of the Foggy Memory Boys are saddened, and we have you in our prayers. You were a great friend to Kenny. He will be missed and thought of fondly by all of us.
Dallas Simmons
December 15, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Kim and Betty. I always had a ball staying up late either at your house or ours listening to the boys jam sessions. Kenny will be missed until we can all join together once again.
James Barber
December 15, 2008
I am deeply saddened to hear of Kenny's death. His family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Karin Morra Magno
December 15, 2008
To Betty T and Kenny's family,
I'm saddened by the news of Kenny's passing and my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Lots of good times at Galax which will never be forgotten.
THOMY POINDEXTER, Lt. RFRD,
December 15, 2008
I WORKED WITH KENNY FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS AT #2 & #10 STATIONS.
KENNY, WAS A FRIEND AND GOOD FIREFIGHTER. HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS, AND NOW WITH SARA. MAY THE LORD BE WITH HIS FAMILY AND LOVE ONES.
Amy Roberts
December 15, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bill Gurley
December 15, 2008
My prayers are with you.
MURIEL Short
December 15, 2008
Kim,
You were the Sunshine in your Daddy's eyes. I think back to all the good times at the Lake. I will always cherish those memories. Find comfort in your memories and strength in your faith. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
lisa gibson
December 15, 2008
my thoughts and prayers are with you
SANDY BREWER LAKE
December 15, 2008
So sorry to hear about KENNY
WE TAKE FAMILY ROR GRANTED
AND THINK THEY WILL ALWAYS
BE THERE AND ONE DAY THEY ARE
GONE
HE WILL BE MISSED
Gary John
December 15, 2008
I was just going through some old pictures last week and found some of Kenny. So many great memories and stories we have shared.
Anytime there was good pickin', Kenny was either making it or supporting it. I'll never forget when he won 1st place Banjo at Galax and the celebration after. That was just one of many good times. To Betty T and Kenny's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ted & Debbie McAllister
December 15, 2008
So sorry to hear of Kenny's passing on. Great musician and friend to all who got to pick with him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and Betty T.
We'll miss him at the festivals but know he is pickin in Heaven.
Rhonda Wilson
December 15, 2008
My heart goes out to Kenny's daughter and Betty Anderson. Kenny was a special person and great banjo player. I have a lot of good memories of Kenny at the Fiddle and Banjo Club and Fiddler's conventions where Kenny would always offer to feed you if you were hungry. My prayers are with you. I will miss him.
J.C. Radford
December 15, 2008
I just want to say how sad I am to here of Kenny's passing. He will be missed by all ,there are a lot of good memories to hold to. I always enjoyed pickin with him and fellowship with him and Betty T.
Kiki
December 15, 2008
RIP, Kenny. You're home at last.
Eli Williams
December 14, 2008
great musician...will always remember the "Dreadful Snakes" from the old Bent Mtn Bluegrass Festivals. I am grateful I got to play music with and get to know Kenny years later. His memory will live as long as bluegrass is played. One of the best.
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