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John Watson Obituary
Bremerton, WA
May 5, 1946 to Oct. 30, 2018
It is with heavy heart we announce the passing of John (Jack) William Watson 72 on the morning of 10/30/18 peacefully surrounded by love.
Jack was born 5/5/46, the second half of twin set with his surviving brother Jim Watson in Kitsap County to his parents John and Anne Watson. Jack was a long time resident of Kitsap County, a retiree of PSNS shop 38, a local Hall of Fame Fastpitch player and great supporter of his children and grandchildren's sports. Jack was a full of life guy who had a big heart and big jokes. He was a lover of storytelling from his days of youth and could recall in detail the glory days until his last moments. He is lovingly survived by his daughter Stephanie Watson, his son Derek Watson and their spouses Deanna Sweet and Robin Watson. Also, his daughter Dominique Watson.
One of Jack's happiest roles was that of "Papa Jack" to his six grandchildren, where his pride shined brightly for Jennifer Sweet, Nick Sweet, Landyn Watson, Dalton Watson, Donovan Small and Tania Sturdivant.
A celebration of life will be held November 17, 2018 at 4 pm. Please join his family and friends in sharing your stories and memories of Jack at McCloud's Grill House located at 2901 Perry Avenue Bremerton, WA 98310
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Watson
Marge Cox
August 6, 2021
I was saddened to hear of Jacks passing. He was a good friend!
Mike Liebert
November 28, 2018
Jack was one of the best fast pitch softball players I had the privilege of playing with, as a teammate, and against, as a competitor. The distance of his home runs are legendary. After our playing days lapsed, we remained friends. Jack always made me laugh. I will miss him.
Mike Liebert
Dominique Watson
November 13, 2018
I love you Dad and miss you so much already I'm sorry for everything I put you through since I was a teenager and I promise I will do nothing from here on out but have you look down on me from heaven and be proud to call me your daughter.. Love Always and Forever your youngest daughter Dominique..
Linda Duzenski
November 9, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of Jacks passing...We grew up in Navy Yard City...My four brothers and my self with Bill,Patty and Mary Wood...Jim and Jack would come to the house or we all would go behind the school and play ball games and chase each other and just have fun...Those times will never be forgotten because of how much fun we had together...Later on in life Jack played Fastpitch with my husband Don and my brother in law Punk....Those were great times...Win or lose we all stayed friends...My prayers are with your family and may you Rest In Peace,Jack...God bless you all...With love,Linda M. Duzenski (Linda Cole)
RIP, JOHN WATSON
Danny Shedwin
November 9, 2018
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO JACK's FAMILY ESPECIALLY TO JIMMY:
HE WAS SOMEONE THAT I MET DURING MY VERY FIRST BASKETBALL PRACTICE AT THE SINCLAIR HEIGHTS ARMORY IN 1954. AND WHEN COACHES HAD US SCRIMMAGE THAT DAY, A CARROT TOPPED LITTLE KID YELLED, "AND NO DOUBLE DRIBBLING!"
I HAD NO IDEA W H A T HE WAS TALKING ABOUT.
WE STAYED IN CONTACT BY TELEPHONE AT LEAST ONCE EVERY YEAR OR SEEING EACH OTHER AT A GAME. HE WAS A BROTHER. HE KNEW ME BETTER THAN MOST AND IN HIS CLEAR JACK WATSON STYLE WOULD TELL ME ABOUT MYSELF. AND I HAD NO IDEA W H A T HE WAS TALKING ABOUT.
MY LOVE OF JACK WATSON, OF THE WATSON BOYS, GOES WAY, WAY BACK..
Danny Shown
November 9, 2018
RIP ~~I remember our BB gun fights in Navy Yard City with your brother Jim 60+ years ago
ed stewart
November 7, 2018
Grew up together on Shorewood Drive. a heart of gold, but wouldn't want you to know. Lot of people will miss the Redbird. I play cards with friends- we call our jacks "Watsons" because he is our favorite Jack, and it reminds us of unforgettable Jackisms. Can't think of Jack without a smile.
tom mccumsey
November 7, 2018
Condolences to all of Jack's family. I am so, so sorry to hear this. I first met Jack in the shipyard where I worked with him for a few years and took over his crew when he retired. He was my golf partner in the Rolling Hills mens club for awhile. He even took the time to teach me how to fish ( correctly ).
A very special person to all who met him, Gonna leave big a big hole in the world now that he has passed.
Ora Miller
November 7, 2018
Was a pleasure knowing and working around you Jack . Gods speed. Moose Miller
Scott Satterfield
November 7, 2018
My condolences to his family. Jack was one of a kind, had many good times with him on the golf course
November 7, 2018
Clay Meyer
As Gale Watts always called him dub dub! Thats one of my fondest memories.
Gordon Gibbs
November 6, 2018
RIP my old friend Jack....one of my fondest memories is of Jack and I hopping on a ferry, grabbing a bus all the way to see the Rainiers play ball! His love of baseball and softball were unsurpassed...
kevin beall
November 5, 2018
jack will be missed by all that knew him, he was a great family man, friend and coworker, RIP Jack
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