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1949
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James Watson Obituary
Charlotte
On Sunday, October 23rd Ben and Jerry's stock price fell sharply with the news of Jim Watson's passing. It was a beautiful fall day when Jim joined those who have passed before him: granddaughter, Kayla Ann Grier, son, Jason, wife, Vicki, and his beloved parents, Martha (Midge) and Lloyd. Jim filled a room with laughter, loved with all he had, and as those close to him know "did it his way". He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from General Motors working in Oldsmobile assembly. Jim was survived by his daughter, Jamie; brother and best friend, Bill (Ellen); stepdaughters, Jessica (Jason) Parrott, Meghan (Kyle) Rowinski, sister, Sharon (Dick) Dedic; and many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Jim was a gun enthusiast, treated his many dogs like children, and is now at peace.
Private services will be held. Interment will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Bath, Michigan.
The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes DeWitt Chapel.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.grdewitt.com
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Jena Leslie
November 1, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss.
We had been friends of his wife, Vickie and her girls for the past 40+ years and welcomed Jim when he came into their lives.
He will be missed in this world but will remain forever in your hearts.
Mike O'Connor
October 31, 2016
Bill, Jamie, and entire Family - Wishing you peace and comfort in your grief.
Rest in Peace Dear Jim.
Mike
janice ikle
October 26, 2016
Bill, So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I remember him as a kid and he was always smiling and such a cute guy to.
Much Sympathy to You and Family
Janice Tice Ikle
October 26, 2016
We are sorry for your loss. Dr. Hugh Jones and Jim Ferguson at Ingham Regional Assisted Living.
October 26, 2016
The first time we met Jim he was driving his white muscle car (a Trans-Am perhaps) with my sister by his side and the girls in the back seat. Good times, great memories . . . Jim will be missed by all who knew him. Our deepest sympathies to Jamie, Bill, Jessica and Meghan and their families. Love, Pam and Fred Todd
Sandie (Dinstbier) Weismiller
October 25, 2016
I was saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I have some of the best 8th grade memories sitting next to him in history class. His sense of humor kept me in stitches, and I always kept those memories close to my heart. I give Bill, Sharon and the rest of his loved ones my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Mary Lou Galardi
October 25, 2016
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was such a dear person. Although it's been years since I've seen him, I'll always remember what a truly kind person he was. My deepest condolences.
October 25, 2016
you couldnt help, but fall in love with Jim Watsons smile, my favorite memories, are of dancing with him, at all the Halloween parties in the basement of the Harley and Donna McNatt house parties, as their kids we got to know so many of our extended family, through those very parties, and Jim was my very favorite! praying for you all, and keeping you in our prayers, He was such a lovley man. Teresa McNatt Ward.OX
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