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Malcolm Watson

Malcolm Watson Obituary

WATSON, Malcolm Cameron With profound sadness, we say goodbye to our beloved brother. Malcolm died at home, as he wished, on November 8th, 2007. He is survived by his two remaining sisters, Iona (Noni) and Sheila, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and a huge circle of friends. Malcolm was born in Kimberley, BC, and lived a marvellously eclectic life of his own design. He had a brilliant mind and a fantastic, quick wit. He was a gentle and precious soul, the very kindest of big brothers. His greatest source of pride was the lifelong friendships he gathered in boyhood, his career, and in his travels around the world. Malcolm began work at sixteen as a surveyor's chain main. He went on to lumbering, logging and mining. His thirst for learning prompted him to take numerous industrial and business courses, as attested by the 32 certificates hanging on his office wall. Malcolm's professional career included operating a pest control business, working as an Accident Prevention Officer and a Blasting Instructor for the WCB, ten years as Loss Control Manager for the Dillingham Corporation, and finally retiring at age 54 from UBC as a Contract Manager in Campus Planning and Development. His final days were spent happily living at the unique and beautiful waterfront home he built on Prospect Lake. In his healthier days, he loved to swim, fly, hike, canoe, and dabble in the world of magic. Malcolm reminded us, in his passing, that for every day there is a sunset. He was a consummate entertainer, a loving and loyal friend, and an adored big brother. He will be truly missed. Friends are invited to attend an Open House in Malcolm's memory at his home, 4871 Prospect Lake Road, from 1:00 until 5:00 on Sunday, November 18th. 425818

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Published by The Times Colonist on Nov. 17, 2007.

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Bryan & Judy Chalmers

February 10, 2008

We were very sad to learn that Malcolm had died. We did not know what had happened, until recently when we tried in vain to contact him. Last time we saw him we asked him for his sister's name and where she lived, sensing deep down that Malcolm was ill and might not live too much longer.

Bryan worked with Malcolm at Dillingham and briefly stayed with him in his house on Blueridge in North Vancouver, while moving house. It was an exciting stay, as a tree fell on the bedroom where Bryan was sleeping - fortunately he wasn't there at that time! Bryan always admired Malcolm's skill with magic and was a keen pupil. Watching Malcolm perform his magic was a regular part of any visit.

We also spent happy hours talking about his travels to Thailand and Scotland. He took us out in his boat on Prospect Lake and we would visit him there every time we were on the Island.

Malcolm was a non-judgemental, kind and gentle man with a very engaging smile. He was also very intelligent and worldly. He was a prolific writer and never let a situation which displeased him go unnoticed! We are proud to have a copy of his book "No Pass Too High, No Trail Too Long", as well as miscellaneous other writings.

Goodbye Malcolm, we will miss you very much.

bryan townsley

November 17, 2007

i knew Malcolm for many years, he had a good sense of humor, and was very likeable. I didn't see him often, but when we communicated over the phone, it was a joyful time, filled with a lot of laughter.
I worked with him on the Bennett Damn, and a few other mines. He moved to Victoria prior to me, and we met each other again. We had many good times over the years, and I will miss him and his night phone calls.

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