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Leon Watson Obituary
Nov. 27, 1927 - Apr. 13, 2020
Oakland
Our dearest husband and father, Leon S. Watson (92) passed away peacefully at home on 4-13-2020 surrounded by his loving family.
Leon was a faithful member of St. Benedict Catholic Church, where he served as a Lector, Eucharistic Minister and Knight of St. Peter Claver #212. He was an active member of the Prince Hall Masonic family – Eli Baker Lodge #62, Rebecca Chapter #56 OES, Victoria Consistory #25 and Heroines of Jericho.
Leon was a member of the Machinist and Warehouse IAM #1546, he worked at Trailmobile (25 years), Kaiser Aluminum & Bearing Engineering. He also worked at Highland Hospital where he retired at age 75.
In his early years, Leon served in the United States Marine Corp. He was the scout master of Pack #424, where he mentored many young boys into men. He was a community activist and proud to be one of the first interracial couples to be married in the Catholic Church in Oakland, Ca. He loved to dance, go to the casino and DJ with his son as part of Hillside Productions. Leon was a friend to many and will be missed.
Leon is survived by his wife of 70 years, Rosina, 2 sons Jose (LaTanya) & Jorge (Elaine) & daughter, Lucia (Elijah), 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and a host of loving relatives and friends.
Private services and interment at Rolling Hills Cemetery. A public Memorial service to be held at later date.
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Jacqueline Hollar
April 20, 2020
I am so sad that I will not be able to see and chit chat with you again. It is extremely painful that I will not be able to pay my respects due to the current crisis we are all facing. I will cherish all the fond memories of you. Thanks for being that father figure in my life for so many years. You will not be forgotten Pops! We love and will miss you dearly. Jacqui aka (lockdown) , Cotty & Brian. ❤
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