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Frank Watson Obituary

Frank Robert Watson of Hilton Head Island, 68, died on February 26, 2011 while surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his sister Sally O'Rourke, four children - Stephen Watson, Liana Durkin, Jay Watson, Brittany Watson, and his 3 grandchildren. Frank Watson served in the US Air Force and was a man distinguished by exceptional courage, strength, nobility, and positivity. His kindness and compassion was contagious which impacted everyone who ever met him. Frank's zeal for life was evident in his love for rowing, sailing, dancing, and spending time with his family. We will forever miss his heartfelt laughter, big smile, dimples and bright blue eyes. His service will be a private life celebration on the Intracoastal off Hilton Head - one of his favorite spots to watch the sunset. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to: VA Medical Center, Attn: Volunteer Services, 109 Bee Street, Charleston, SC 29401. Reference: In Memory of Frank R. Watson. Please share any thoughts, photos and favorite memories of Frank on http://memorialwebsites.legacy.com/frankwatson/homepage.aspx

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Published by The Island Packet from Mar. 1 to Apr. 1, 2011.

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April 13, 2011

To Frank Watson's family "A loved one lost can grieve the heart, and make up yearn for tomorrow, when God will keep the promise he made of no more pain, nor death, nor sorrow." You have my condolences.

Maureen McClane

March 21, 2011

So very sorry for your loss.
Frank was a kind, loving and generous person. The past few summers,for my stay on Hunting Island I rented his RV from him. It was a delight to do business with him.
He will be missed.

March 20, 2011

wait for me I will find you xxxxxxxxxxxx

Marivi Iglesias

March 14, 2011

Steve,
I never had the pleasure of meeting your father but the man that you are is a testament to the role model you had in him. My heartfelt condolences for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Joe Bergeron

March 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Frank was a great guy...he will be missed.

Virginia Guerrera

March 12, 2011

Dear Liana and Stephen, Auntie Tina, Auntie Lulu, Uncle Nick and I want to express our sympathy for the passing of your father. We understand this is an enormous loss. Please know our thoughts and love are with you always.

Peggy Tilton

March 10, 2011

Dear Frank, you were an old friend, a good friend, and I think I'm going to miss you for a long long time.

Michael Archetii

March 9, 2011

Rest in peace Frank, you will be missed. You left behind a wonderful family who will always keep you in their hearts with the wonderful thoughts and memories you left behind.

Joe O'Rourke

March 9, 2011

"Uncle Frank", as he will always affectionately be known as in our household, as he was the uncle to our two daughters Kelly and Korinne, was a remarkable man. The love and respect that his children Stephen, Liana, Jay and Brittany gave to Frank at the memorial service was moving. The love and dedication that my wife Sally and Francine gave to him throughout his ordeal was amazing. The fight and determination that Frank showed during his ordeal is a measure of the man. "Uncle Frank", you will be missed.

Julio Gallo

March 9, 2011

I just viewed the video of the memorial service for Frank Watson. It was a very touching time and the beginning of the wonderful legacy that Frank has left-surrounded by loved ones and the memories of lives touched. Every time I saw Frank he was in a great mood with a big smile and always something positive to say. He will be missed but in time grief and sadness will turn into wonderful memories of a life well lived.

Lyndon Hartstill

March 9, 2011

Sailors Heaven is known as Fiddlers Green, and your send-off there was a warm sincere experience as befits your character. Proud to have voyaged with you shipmate, I wish you fair winds and following seas, God Bless from all your "family" in Wales.

William Burd

March 8, 2011

I only knew Frank through the work he did for us but even through those brief meetings it was easy to tell that he was a man of integrity and honor. The family has to be proud of his life and his accomplishmens.

Lauren Foster

March 8, 2011

Frank was a great man. His legacy continues in his children and grandchildren. He will be be missed. Condoloences to his loving family.

Elizabeth Olson

March 7, 2011

Dearest Frank in Heaven, Francine, and Frank's family:

I was thinking of Frank today, and moments ago opened my email inbox to find a "friend" confirmation from him. I went to check his Facebook page -- hoping for the best -- only to learn the terrible news that he is gone. Over the past few years, Frank has been one of my most treasured customers. Our email and phone conversations were always day brighteners. Frank was so innovative, so fun and lively, and so dedicated to his customers and his business. He was a craftsman, a gentleman, and always so wonderfully cheerful and supportive of my efforts to create websites that would make him proud.

Frank was one of a kind, and oh so kind! I will truly miss this wonderful man.

Love and hugs to you all, Elizabeth Olson (Precision Computing Arts, Inc.)

March 7, 2011

with deepest sympathy.

Greg Wynn,
GW Services, Inc.

Carl Rust

March 7, 2011

Frank,

I'm going to miss you on those early Saturday morning rows on Broad Creek. I'll think of you when my shell is cutting through the water as the sun comes up. Rest easy my friend, you will not be forgotten.

March 7, 2011

To Frank's children and family:
Don't think of him as gone away, his journey's just begun.Life holds so many facets this earth is only one.
Think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched, for nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much.
From home base in Hampstead, NH --Corinne and Mike

Sharon (Knott)Thylander

March 6, 2011

Stephen & Liana, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a great guy. I knew him before I knew your Mom. He and I were skating partners, many years ago.

March 6, 2011

Steve and family, Andy and I want to express our deepest sympathy over the loss of your precious dad! Words inadequately describe our sadness for you. We will keep you in our prayers as you continue on this journey. Diane and Andy Stewart

Paul & Dawn Bullock

March 6, 2011

We will truly miss Frank- he was a wonderful gentleman and a hard-working businessman and real friend. Our thoughts & prayers to his family during this time. Our staff at A-1 Pool Service will miss him as well.

Sharon (Knott)Thylander

March 6, 2011

Stephen & Liana, so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a great guy! I knew him before I knew your mother. He used to be my skating partner, many years ago.

Lauren Cottone

March 6, 2011

Stephen, Leanne and Mr. Watson's family:

What a beautiful tribute to a man who was so deeply loved. I am sorry for the loss of your dad.

~Lauren A. Cottone

Lauren Cottone

March 6, 2011

Stephen, LeAnne and family of Mr. Watson:
What a beautiful tribute to a man who was so deeply loved. I am sorry for the loss of your dad.

~Lauren A. Cottone

March 6, 2011

To Frank's Family,
We were saddened to hear of Frank's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with you.
John & Joyce Morrocco
Lot 88

March 6, 2011

To Francine, to the children, and to Sally, we would like express our greatest sympathy for your loss. We only knew Frank for a short time, but we came to love him dearly. We know that one day you guys will see each other again.
Love Brandi and Ilona from Select Specialty Hospital

Mike Novak

March 6, 2011

My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you Steve & Liana. I have such fond memories of hitting the white water rapids with your Dad. Much of who he was will live on through you both.

JR Haines

March 6, 2011

Our thoughts are with you.

Janet & Bob Van Wyck

March 6, 2011

Our thoughts are with you Steve.

Jim and Maggie McNeil

March 6, 2011

To Franks Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Frank was a sweet man, kind to everyone. He will be missed here at our park.

Vince & Joan Janowich

March 6, 2011

We knew Frank a short time but the wonderful job he did improving our RV Lot at Hilton Head will keep his memory alive in our hearts for a long time. We will miss him.

March 6, 2011

Francine,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I knew Frank only a short time but his shining personality and quality of character impressed me deeply.
Peace to you and the rest of the family.

Robert Welsh, Savannah

March 6, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. We were fortunate to be able to spend some quality time with he and Francine and share some great laughs. We will remember him with fondness.

Bob and Kami Brown
Lot 256 HHI

March 6, 2011

To the family:

We have the lot directly across the street from Frank's lot and enjoyed seeing him come and go quite requently. We will miss him.

Herb & Joyce Southgate
Lexington, KY
(Lot 286, HHI)

Linda Guerrera

March 5, 2011

Your light lives on in your children, grandchildren and each person who loved you and who received your love.

Gus C.

March 4, 2011

I will remember you as a big guy, having great dignity, and very obvious class.

Rest Well Friend,

Rita & Tom Bonacorsi

March 4, 2011

You will be missed.Rest in God's arms. Love, Tom and Rita Bonacorsi

Joe Durkin

March 4, 2011

Frank, in the past 15 years you've done alot for my family...helping me wire mine and liana's first house with sound system as we built it. Then coming up and adding a wall to finish off cadens room before he was born. But the best part was seeing you and Liana grow closer than ever before and knowing how much she loves you. You've been a great dad, father-in-law and especially a great grandfather. You will be missed, but as we told the kids, you're a guardian angel on their shoulders and will always be in our heart

Kimberly Piston

March 4, 2011

We will miss Frank so much. We wish we could have had more time with him but we are grateful for the priviledge of having known him while he was here. We are comforted by the memory of his big smile,bright blue eyes,easy laughter and generous spirit. Siempre lo recordaremos con mucho cariño. Que descanse en paz.
Kim & Jorge

scottye keller

March 2, 2011

Frank was a friend, we will miss him...
Jim Harrison, Scottye Keller
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