WATSON, Dr. T. LePierre, entered into the presence of his Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, September 18, 2009. He leaves behind a loving family; brother, Toy Watson, of Williamsburg; children, Thomas L. Watson Jr. of Cumberland, Barbara Watson of Blackstone, Kathleen Robinson of Richmond, and Beth Larivee; their mother, Jean Watson; and two grandsons, all of Redlands, Calif. A South Carolina native, Dr. Watson was a WWII Navy Veteran who held degrees from Wheaton College in Illinois and the Medical College of Virginia. During his career as a family physician, Dr. Watson was affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital, and maintained practices first, in Henrico County, then in Ashland, in Chesterfield County, and later retired from the Cartersville Medical Center in Cumberland County. Dr. Watson was also a Colonel in the Virginia Defense Force, serving as Chief Medical Officer and Flight Surgeon. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, September 24, 2009 at Immanuel Baptist Church with family visitation to immediately follow. Interment is private. The Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
I remember Dr. Watson from way back when he was practicing in the Lakeside area of Richmond. He was a wonderful person, doctor and friend. We wish you hope in the Resurrection.
Lois Cox/Worley
September 28, 2009 | Toccoa, GA
Dear Watson Family,
You are in my heart and prayers. I never knew your father/husband but know precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. May the Holy Spirit comfort you as you walk through this dificult time.
Sue Bernhardt
September 24, 2009 | Richmond, VA
We are so greatful God lead us to your Dad. He was a great help to our family at a time when no one else could. Know we love you all and that we too excect to see him again in heaven with Jesus.
Dave & Carol Chantelau
September 20, 2009 | Lancaster, PA
I owe so much to this man. He helped me in so many ways and taught me so much. He was a gentleman to everyone and cared for all of his patients and their families. He was kind, generous, God fearing, hard working and cared very much for his family. My whole life was changed when I came to work for him and later became his friend. I will miss you much, Dr. Watson. Bonnie Roach
September 20, 2009
Dear Watson Family -
We are so sorry for the loss of your father but know he is with his Lord. We have such good memories of you all and remember with fondness what a great friend, neighbor and physician he was. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Find strength in each other.
Sincerest regards, The Woolfolk Family
September 20, 2009
Daddy, I will love you always ~ and will see you "in a twinkling of an eye" there with Jesus. Love, Beth
Beth Larivee
September 20, 2009 | Redlands, CA
