James F. Watt III

James F. Watt III

James Watt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thompson Memorial Home - Red Bank on Nov. 19, 2025.

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James F. Watt III, age 78, of Atlantic Highlands, NJ, passed away on November 17, 2025, at Riverview Medical Center. Jim was born in Schenectady, NY, to Colonel James F. and Marrian Watt. He was raised in Asbury Park and graduated from Asbury Park High School. Jim enjoyed all that Asbury Park had to offer-especially the beach, the boardwalk, and water skiing with friends on Deal Lake.

He later became a resident of Atlantic Highlands, and he worked in Public Works for Middletown Township for many years.

Arrangements are private and under the direction of Thompson Memorial Home, Red Bank, NJ.

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