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Michael Watson Obituary

Michael Scott Watson, 33, of Overland Park, KS, passed away on February 23, 2013 at 3:50 p.m., at Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, KS of complications due to a brain tumor. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 2 at The Presbyterian Church of Stanley 14895 Antioch Rd. Overland Park, KS 66221. Visitation will be held Friday, March 1 between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. also at the church. Burial will follow the funeral at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Overland Park. Mike was born in Ottawa, KS on June 4, 1979. Mike moved to Topeka, KS in the fall of 1987 and attended schools in USD 450 from second grade on. He graduated from Shawnee Heights High School in 1998 and attended college at Washburn University. He was employed by Freightquote.com located in Lenexa, KS from 2007. Following in the foot steps of an athletic family, Mike enjoyed playing all sports but was especially active in golf. He also was color commentator for high school football and basketball for FOX News telecasts. As a final, selfless act Mike donated his healthy tissues and organs to those in need. Mike is lovingly remembered by his wife, Erin, who he married on December 4, 2010. He is survived by his parents, Warren and Beth Watson of Topeka; brother Wade Watson of Topeka; sister Amy (Derrick) Keim of Auburn, KS; sister Kelli Watson of Lenexa, KS; daughter Parker Stroud of Topeka; and grandparents Warren and Betty Watson of Ardara, PA. Mike is preceded in death by grandparents Isadore and Marjory Salm of Dodge City, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be mailed to: Mike Watson Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Vision Bank 3031 SW Wanamaker Rd. Topeka, KS 66614. Online memorials may be made to: http://www.youcaring.com/memorial-fundraiser/LoveActually/44049. Michael Scott Watson

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Feb. 28, 2013.

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Tom and Debby Pufahl

March 9, 2013

To the Watson Family; Tom and I in addition of all the Pufahl family; send our deepest sympathy to you at the passing of Mike. We remember he played baseball with our boys and always thought he was polite to us. May The Lord Bless your family and and pour the light of His Holy Spirit on you during these times. God bless you!

March 8, 2013

Beth, I am so sadden to receive the news of Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family, especially during this difficult time.
Love
Linda Putnam

Linda Douglas

March 2, 2013

My thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy are extended to your entire family. May your sweet memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Kim McIlvain

March 2, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. May your family find comfort in one another.

Mary & Gary Freeman

March 2, 2013

Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. What a wonderful young man. I enjoyed being his HS counselor.

Jack and Jane Pierce

March 1, 2013

Our sincere sympathy to Mike's family and friends.
I had the pleasure of working with Mike at FOX43. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers of support go out to each of you.

Gary, Donna, Sara, Justin & Jerod Droge

March 1, 2013

Beth and Warren,
We will forever remember Mike for that great smile and wonderful personality! I still remember great times as Boy Scout leaders, Beth. Your family has touched mine in so many different ways. Mike's passing will leave a void, but will never be forgotten. All of us are thinking and praying for you in this difficult time.

Janet and Pat Finan

March 1, 2013

Dear Watson Family: We are so sorry for your loss. Mike has left many friends and SHHS classmates with so many great memories. He has truely been an inspiration. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Hal Richardson III

March 1, 2013

Will be missed! Great guy! Thoughts and prayers with family/friends.

Johnny Bell

March 1, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Watson family. Mike was a wonderful person who always had a smile on his face. Mike will be missed.

Connie (Hill) Poort

March 1, 2013

Warren, Beth, and Family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Mike with fond memories as a student at Berryton Elem. School. He was such a fun, sweet boy. God be with you during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jane Marie Schmidtberger

March 1, 2013

Mr.& Mrs. Watson & Family
Our deepest sympathy's to you and your family in this time of great sadness. God's Blessings to you all.

Shawnee Heights Cafeteria Staff

February 28, 2013

Warren, Beth and family, So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. May the Lord comfort you and help you through this difficult time. May your memories sustain you. You are in our prayers. Diana & Bob Gay

Mr and Mrs Ben Ellison

February 28, 2013

Mr and Mrs Watson and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our kids went to SHHS, Mike graduated with our son, Charlie, and we remember you from SHHS. Mike will be greatly missed, he touched many peoples lives. Know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, through this difficult time.

Debbie Sobba (Sommer)

February 28, 2013

Mr. and Mrs. Watson and family, I am sorry to hear of Mikes passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Curtis Kitchen

February 28, 2013

Mike, I thought I saw you about a year ago in a parking lot after lunch. I should have asked or looked closer. Will always remember our road trips to T-town for high school football games with Silver Fox. Will miss ya, buddy. See ya for a beer someday.

To Mike's family: My sincerest condolences. I always considered Mike a friend of mine, one of those that time never seemed to stop the flow of our conversation. Grateful to have known and worked with him.

February 28, 2013

Mr. Watson, I am SO very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I know he fought the good fight in his battle with cancer. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs,
Michele Walker

Jacey Schmidt

February 28, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to Mike and his family during this difficult time. Lots of memories with Mike as a classmate at SHHS. RIP Watson, you will be greatly missed.

Jesus

February 28, 2013

To Mr. Watson and family, sorry for your loss. Mike was a good friend and classmate. He will be missed.

Cathy Woolaway

February 28, 2013

To the family of Mike Watson. We lovingly remember the days when our daughter Alexis and Mike were in school together and as we were neighbors on 53rd Street. We are remembering all of you in prayers. God bless. Robb, Cathy, Alexis and Chris Woolaway

Nichelle Wilder

February 28, 2013

Prayers to the Watson family during this difficult time. Mike was a wonderful classmate during our time at Berryton Elementary and Shawnee Heights.

February 28, 2013

Mr. Watson and family, we were so sorry to read in the paper of Mike's passing. Wishing you comfort and healing.

Brad and Pam Kemper (Shawnee Hgts family)

February 28, 2013

Mr. and Mrs. Watson we are so very sorry for your loss. Jim and Tereasa Duncan

Frank & Donna Honn

February 28, 2013

Dearest Wade, Nikki, & the Watson Family: We just want you to know we are sending lots of love your way and that we are here for you if you need to talk or just cry with good friends. We feel a kinship with you that is rare and precious to us. May God give you the strength to make it through your unbelieveable sorrow. We love you like family. Please tell your parents our hearts go out to them also. We love you guys!

February 28, 2013

Warren, Beth and family, we are so sorry to hear about Mike. Sending our sympathy and prayers. Betty & Bill

Dennis and Jeannie McPhail

February 28, 2013

Our prayers are with the family.

February 28, 2013

Warren, Beth and family,
We are very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. May the good memories sustain you and give you peace during this very difficult time.

Don and Marlou Wegener

Nicole Nantz

February 28, 2013

Mike you will be dearly missed. My thoughts and condolences go out to all of those whose lives you touched

Kela Moeller-Ortiz

February 28, 2013

Mike was a wonderful man and will be missed by many!! May the lords healing arms wrap around everyone mourning him.

Roberta Freeman

February 28, 2013

Mikey, you are loved by so many! Our hearts are broken that you are no longer with us...but like the hubs said "we'll see you on the flip side." To the family and Erin, let the lord give you strength to get through this difficult time. Love you all!

Mr. & Mrs John & Mercedes Cunningham

February 28, 2013

Dear Families, You have our heartfelt sympathy and prayers.

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