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Jeffrey Watson Obituary
Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at Sisk Memorial Baptist Church in Fort Mill, S.C., with Dr. Larry Harrison officiating. Burial will be at Grandview Memorial Park, Cherry Road, Rock Hill.
Born in Greer, S.C., Mr. Watson was a member and deacon of Sisk Memorial Baptist Church, where he was very active in the youth and children activities. He was an active member of the Rock Hill High School Band Booster Club and worked for Ross Witmer Inc. for over 20 years.
Survivors include his wife, Lisa Huddleston Watson; daughter, Lindsey Watson; son, Evan Watson, all of the home; father, Richard Garland "Pete" Watson and wife, Billie, of Fort Mill; mother, Emily Rainey Gainey and husband, Charlie, of Campobello, S.C.; two sisters, Tonya Watson Cranford and husband, Ed, of Fort Mill and Julie Watson Friddell and husband, Dave, of Canada.
The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. today, Nov. 5, 2008, at Greene Funeral Home Northwest Chapel and other times at the home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Family Trust Credit Union, Ebenezer Branch, P.O. Drawer 10233 Rock Hill SC 29731, for Lindsey Watson college fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Watson
Lisa Williams
November 10, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. Please know that my prayers are with each of you. May God give you all peace, all comfort, and strength during this time. I don't know His plan and these are things I don't understand, but I trust Him and pray that your family will press in to the Lord who loves you and holds you tightly in His arms. You have my prayers and deepest sympathy.
Lisa (Flack) Williams
Nick Widder
November 7, 2008
Lisa,
I had just gotten to know Jeff a few weeks ago, when we sat together and talked at the game at Clover.
I found that we had several friends in common, and though, I have generally looked at myself as an outsider among the band parents, I found his welcoming attitude, wit, and charm to be extremely helpful as I found my way into the band community. Those are the memories I will always have of him.
I know he will be missed.
Lindsey and Evan,
I recently lost my father, though not as suddenly as you have, it leaves an emptiness that those who have not lost a parent don't quite understand.
The pain eases with time. The memories remain. Your father was a special man, and I know that he has left you both with many of the tools you will need for success in life.
Nick Widder
(Ben's dad)
Rebekah Loftis
November 7, 2008
Dear Lisa, Lindsey, Evan and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Lisa, I worked with your Mom Lana for 5 yrs at Family Trust...it was about 4 and half yrs ago that I left and I know she has retired now, but I've seen her at some of the band events. So I know you all through her. My son is Philip Loftis and he knows Lindsey better than I do from band. I am praying the Lord will comfort you all and strengthen you and give you His peace. When you love much it hurts much to lose someone so dear. May the precious memories you have of Jeff comfort you until you meet again in heaven. What a glorious hope we have in Christ.
Love and prayers,
Rebekah Loftis for the Loftis family
leanne totherow
November 6, 2008
goodbye jeff
we will all miss you
you were always a joy in my life
i love you
amanda kyle lowder
November 6, 2008
Lisa, Lindsey, Evan, Billie, Pete and familyy,
this seems like a dream. I love you guys so much and your family has been a blessing to me. You have helped me through thick and thin and been there when no one else was. Jeff was a lovely man of God and is in a better place. If you need anything or if you need someone to ever go get anything for you i will be here. I love you unconditionally and im praying for you guys.
Emily Totherow
November 6, 2008
Lisa, Lindsey, and Evan,
I love ya'll so much! I will be praying for ya'll! If you ever need anything please let me know!
Mahala Luckey
November 6, 2008
Evan and family,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. My family will be praying for yours.
Wes and Laura Robinson
November 6, 2008
Pete, Billie, Lisa and family.
We were so saddened to hear of Jeffs passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Billie and Pete, we love you and are praying for you
love
Wes and Laura
Jackie Jones
November 6, 2008
I was shocked to hear of Jeff's passings, but we don't know the day nor hour that God calls us home. May the love and peace of God give you the comfort to get through this time. I knew Jeff from driving activity vehicles for RHHS's band and he had such a kind spirit. God's Blessings upon each of you!!!
Dickie, Lori, Heather, Brittany and Savannah Sistare
November 6, 2008
Lisa, Lindsey and Evan,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Jeff was a wonderful and caring man who will be sorely missed by all. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
George Rice
November 6, 2008
I have no words to explain how I feel over this loss. I can only commit my thoughts of hope and understanding to God for guidance. I learned something from Jeff though. That you should never leave any stoned unturned. To stand proud for God and speak up in the honor of God. I learned that our time truly is short and we should tell those we love how we feel about them. I am honored to have known Jeff. It will never be the same when I sing...because I always looked up at the sound booth and saw Jeff praising God in only the way Jeff could....Jeff Give Jesus a big hug for me my brother! I will miss you dearly.
Paulette Dempsey
November 6, 2008
Lisa, Lindsey, & Evan,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know we only saw each other on holidays, but it made me proud to say that Jeff was my step-brother. He was a great guy and he loved you and the kids very much. He was always so happy and fun to be around. He will truly be missed by all. Lisa, if you need anything at all please don't hesitate to call, even it is just to talk. I love you guys and may God bless you and sustain you always.
Jimmy & Carrie Totherow
November 6, 2008
There are no words to make it all go away. Morning comes and we are still without our husband, dad, son, and friend. Press in to God, He is the Husband to the widow, the Father to the fatherless, friend to the friendless. H e will see you all through this. It will take time. Don't dwell on the why or what could have been. Seek the Father and all His righteousness and Glorify Him in everything and you will be BLESSED. We LOVE all of you so much and miss the times we are apart. Your family has been an inspiration to us for years. There are millions of wonderful memories, sort them out and cling to them and not these last ones.
Steve, Jean, Kyle & Caleb Tucker
November 6, 2008
To the whole Watson Family, please accept our deepest sympathies. We were so very sorry to hear of your loss.We share your grief. Jeff was a wonderful person.You are all in our thoughts and prayers.May God bess and comfort you all. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.With all of our love.........
Sharon Gravley
November 5, 2008
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss! Lisa, Lindsay, and Evan, you will be in our prayers. We pray God gives you peace that passes all understanding!
Fred and Sharon Gravley
Allyson Brannon-Norris
November 5, 2008
Dear Watson Family,
I grew up several doors down from Jeffrey on Meridian Ave. in Taylors. We moved when I was 6 yrs old, but I do have memories of spending time at your house. I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and I know that God "will" bring you through this difficult time.
Shirley Foster
November 5, 2008
Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your children and family. God's blessing to all of you.
Rose Baker
November 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I knew Jeff only briefly, several years ago when I attended church there. God will keep you strong always, especially through your time of sorrow.
Diana Loving
November 5, 2008
To The Watson Family,I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at the time. Jeff was a wonderful person, always smiling and happy. I work for Carrier and Jeff came and picked up parts from me in Charlotte. I will truly miss him. God Bless You All
November 5, 2008
this message is for Pete and Billie Watson. I am so sorry for your loss I don't know if you remember me but I worked with both of you at Homelite. I will pray for you.
Sheri Bivins
Lucille McNeely
November 5, 2008
Dear Lisa, Lindsey and Evan,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers. We are two doors down if you need anything.
Pete and Lucille McNeely
Linda Hutto
November 5, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Glenn and Linda Hutto
November 5, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
ELVERT BEAMON
November 5, 2008
You all are in my prayers
Rosemary Mackey
November 5, 2008
I am sooo sorry for your loss. Jeff was a wonderful person to know and work with. I know that he is watching you from God's side right now. He loved you and Lindsey and Evan very very much. Your family is in my prayers. God Bless you all!
Sylvia Diaz
November 5, 2008
Dear Lisa,
my thoughts are with you and your children, you will always have your memories.
May God bless you and yours,
Sylvia Diaz - Billing/Customer Service
Weldon Sellers
November 5, 2008
Jeff was a great guy! I am praying for ya'll!
Brenda Denton
November 5, 2008
Our family has been so touched by th loss of your loved one. Something so unexpected is hard to understand, we know personally. One of God's greatest blessings is the beautifuf memories left behind. May God sustain your family and hoover near through the days to come. We'll be praying for you on those days when you feel so lonely and miss your loved one so much. He will never leave you or forsake you. Lean on Him. God Bless your precious family.
Austin Stacks
November 5, 2008
Evan,
I am praying for you. See you soon.
Austin Stacks
Dale & Carol Johnson
November 5, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Jeff was such a wonderful man. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Terry & Sharon Boatwright
November 5, 2008
Lisa,Lindsey, & Evan,
We never know what the day will bring all we know is that God has
control of each day. We are deeply
sadden by your lost. Jeff was a guy
who was easy to know and like. Now
God has him and we will pray that you will continue to look to God for
comfort and trust.
The Wheeler family
November 5, 2008
Lisa, Lindsey & Evan,
We are deeply sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff's participation with our band family will be greatly missed.
November 5, 2008
Lisa,
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Lord,
Jeffrey is gone now from this earthly dwelling,
and has left behind those who mourn his absence.
Grant that we may hold his memory dear,
never bitter for what we have lost
nor in regret for the past,
but always in hope of the eternal kingdom
where you will bring us together again.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
Edy Berniard (Clover, SC.)
Regina Barnes
November 5, 2008
Lisa,
You and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff was such a great guy, he will be missed very much. The thing I will remember the most about him is his smile and his kindness for others. I know he loved you all and Jesus very much! I can honestly say he was a very special person who was loved and will be missed by our entire family as well as a lot of other families. May God comfort you and your family during this time. Please let me know if I can help you in any way! We love you,
Regina, David, Kayla Barnes and Heather Wood
Anne Thomas
November 5, 2008
Dear Lisa, Lindsey & Evan - You don't know me, but I have been praying for you. I am a friend of Debbie and Jennifer Munsey. (color guard)
The reason they called me about the death of Jeffrey is because we lost our husband/father a week before Christmas last year of a heart attack. There were no warnings, etc. He died at work immediately. We have a daughter who is 15 years old. She is doing okay, but the counseling she received was a big help. (Kids Mourn) We truely know the pain you are going through and our hearts break for you. May the Lord comfort you as he did us during our grief.
Ellen Henderson
November 5, 2008
Our deepest sympathy go to the Watson family and especially to Emily and Charlie, our dear friends. We are all praying for you to feel the love and peace that comes only from our Lord Jesus Christ.
The Branyon-Godseekers Class, First Baptist Church of Gowensville.
Janice Miller
November 5, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jeff was such a great guy and will be much missed by all who knew him.
Johnny and Sandra Phillips
November 5, 2008
Johnny and I are so sorry for the loss of such a find young man. Jeff was always there to do whatever when he was ask even if it meant giving up something he was planning to do.
Lisa, Pete and Billie, Tonya and your family we love you and continue to pray for you. Our Father - the Comforter will sustain you and carry you in His arms through this time.
Melanie Patterson
November 5, 2008
Dear Lisa, Lindsey and Evan,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jeff was always smiling and so proud of his family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come.
James and Melanie Patterson and childrens (Megan, Jenna and Jared)
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