Park Ridge, Illinois
Rev. James R. Watson a longtime resident of Park Ridge Rev. James R. Watson, 88, passed away Friday, Oct. 14, 2011. He was the loving husband of the late Sarah; dear father of Ruth (Richard) Griffith, Ruby (David) Mason, Rachel (Paul) Nedbalek, Lorraine (Samuel) Scoma and James E.; proud grandfather of 12; great-grandfather of 11; and fond brother of Philip (Lorraine). Visitation will be on Sunday, from 3 to 9 p.m. at Northwest Assembly of God Church, 900 N. Wolf Road, Mount Prospect. A funeral service will be on Monday, at 11 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in Arlington Cemetery. Memorials to Northwest Assembly of God Mission Fund, 900 N. Wolf Road, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 or Feed The Children, P.O. Box 36, Oklahoma City, OK 73101, appreciated. For funeral information, Nelson Funeral Home, Park Ridge, 847-823-5122 and online guestbook at www.nelsonfunerals.com.
Just saw this. I was youth pastor at NWAG for 4 years and remember Jim and his son Jim and Helen. What a godly family, what a godly heritage. Heaven is rejoicing in the welcoming of such a man of God. I will remember this family always.
Randall Pierce
October 16, 2020 | Hot Springs, AR | Friend
One of my fondest memories is spending a few hours with Jim in 2007. He was with my cousin Chuck Edwards' crew when they were shot down over Brux, Czechoslovakia, 24 Aug 1944. What a wonderful, kind man. We should never forget that he and his generation saved the world from darkness. I am deeply saddened by his passing and eternally greatful for his friendship.
Rem Edwards
October 20, 2011 | Knoxville, TN
Uncle Jim You will be missed! Now you are with Aunt Sarah and our beloved Jesus. Thank you for all the joy you brought us.
Charlie & Ila Worth
October 18, 2011
Jim Watson,
Was and will always be one of my 3 personal Christian Heroes of the faith.I never met a man who loved Christ more
Rich Sicilian
Rich & Laura Sicilian
October 17, 2011 | McHenry, IL
Your dad was a good watchful neighbor who always looked out for the folks on Warren Ave. He was friendly and jovial -- I enjoyed our many conversations over the years. He was truly a man of "the greatest generation", having dutifully served his nation, family, and community. The world is a lesser place without him.
My sincere condolences,
Christine Allen
October 16, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Nelson Funeral Home (Park Ridge) Park Ridge Chapel
October 16, 2011 | Park Ridge, IL
