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Robert L. "Pete" Watson

Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania

Sep 21, 1925 – Oct 16, 2021 (Age 96)

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BORN
September 21, 1925
DIED
October 16, 2021
AGE
96
LOCATION
Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania

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Robert L. "Pete" Watson, 96, a lifelong resident of Slippery Rock, passed away peacefully at his home on the evening of Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021.Born on Sept. 21, 1925, and was the son of the late Grover Cleveland Watson and Florence Alma Hines Watson,Pete's early years were influenced by the...

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My condolences to the family. Your father had a long and successful life and left a great family. I remember all you guys very fondly as you all were instrumental in forming my youth. I believe you were the best example of what a loving family should be. Your mother and father live on in your memories and in the memories of those they touched. Best wishes and warmest regards.

Dear family and friends of Robert´s; on behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at Robert´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" leaves on Eternal Patrol. We are grateful for Robert´s service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. He served with honor aboard the USS R-13 SS-90, USS Tirante SS-420, USS Cobble SS-344, USS Redfish SS-395, SS-399. He was a member of the...

I knew Pete from the bank and McDonald s. Anytime spent with him was time well spent. Sorry for such a loss.

Pete was a good friend and advisor, I tried to keep a supply of cigars in the office for him, but he was ahead of me by bringing me CD candy.

RIP Sheriff Pete! `´Gone, but, never forgotten´´

Pete Watson was a warrior. He sailed in one of the most successful submarines of the WWII. His captain and exec. received, respectively, the Medal of Honor and the Navy Cross for an attack on a heavily defended transport ship. Living to 96 after facing death 76 years ago was a reward. Please look up his boat USS Tirante (SS-420) for the full story of combat beneath the Pacific.

R.I.P Pete

Deepest sympathies to Pete's family. He was a character and loved by all who knew him.

I was always proud to say Pete was my uncle. Theres not another like him.