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Jeffrey Watson Obituary
Greer - Jeffrey Scott Watson, 69, passed away December 30, 2019, on his 69th birthday in Greer, South Carolina. Jeff was born in San Diego, CA on December 30, 1950, the son of Jim and Lois Watson. In childhood he also lived in Oswego, OR. and Liberty Lake, WA. Jeff earned both an undergraduate and Master's degree from Eastern Washington State University and had careers in teaching and public health.
Jeff was a Peace Corps volunteer in Korea and the Philippines and spent most of his life helping others. He worked overseas for various aid organizations coordinating blindness prevention projects in the Philippines and Nigeria. Beyond helping those in need, Jeff loved spending time with family and friends, skiing, travelling and listening to music. Jeff spent his last few years in Central, SC where he was a member of the ALIVE church and was very active in his Men's Bible Study group. Jeff's laugh was legendary and will be missed by all who knew him.
Jeff is survived by his children, Tyler (Regina) Watson of Munich, Germany and Olivia Watson of
Springfield, VA, his brother Jim (Beth) Watson of Eugene, OR and nieces Megan Thompson, Jennifer Schreck, Melissa Garman, Leah Naylor Watson and nephew Jay Watson. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Rick.
The family is eternally grateful for the Central community, Greer Rehab and Palladium Hospice for their caring and kindness shown to Jeff during his time there.
A memorial service will take place at a later date.
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Victoria M. Sheffield
August 27, 2020
I first met Jeff when we worked together at Helen Keller International. I as based at HKI's headquarters in New York City and he was HKI's Country Director in the Philippines. We worked together to develop eye health training materials focusing on vitamin A deficiency. I had lived in the Philippines 1969-1971 when I was in the US Air Force, so it was fun to go back as a civilian. I loved riding with Jeff on motorcycle in Bicol and visiting the villages. He was an amazing guy, so kind and so passionate about his work. I knew he had had a heart attack a few years back, but I was not aware of his recent incidents and only found out of his passing through the grapevine of colleagues in international eye health development. So sad, he was amazing and we all have lost a great friend. Catherine, Ifeoma told me that Jeff had passed away and now again from Susan McMahon. I have your number and plan to call some time soon. I'm happy to learn that Tyler's a Dad and that Olivia is nearby. With love, Victoria Sheffield
mike silvey
February 4, 2020
Jeff was a fun guy to be around a good friend and he made the world better than he found it.
February 2, 2020
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Jeff, but grateful for his service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Korea and the Philippines.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
Mike and Charlene McClellan
January 26, 2020
Jeff is greatly missed. He loved His Alive church family. He was active in his Sunday Morning Bible Study Class and also was the substitue teacher. Jeff loved the Lord and had a winsome personality. We would visit him, which he enjoyed, but he so looked forward to his grapes and blueberries we would bring him. We are praying for the family!
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