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Watson, Jr.
Eddie J. Watson, Jr., 75, went home to be with the Lord on March 4, 2019 surrounded with his family by his side.
Eddie was a lifetime, dedicated member of Providence Baptist Church where he held the position of Sunday School Assistant Superintendent. Eddie was an Army veteran and retired from Motor Wheel.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie J. Watson Sr. and Estella Watson; brother, David Watson; sister, Lillian Wilson; and special cousin, Gloria Humphrey-Purifoy.
He will be missed by his wife of 50 years, Johnnie Watson; sons, Demetrius and Eddie Watson; and a host of relatives and friends.
Friends may call on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. (noon) at Providence Baptist Church, 458 Madison Ave., Akron, OH 44320. Funeral service will immediately follow. Pastor Vincent E. Peterson I, officiating. Interment Ohio Western Reserve Cemetery on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be sent to 1695 Diagonal Rd., Akron, OH 44320.
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Michelle Watson
March 1, 2020
Wow..almost a year coming up..smh..you dont know how much you are missed down here. But then again, you do cause you are looking down of everybody and see everything. Continue to RIH..
EDDIE // GAYLE BROWN /MASON FAMILY
March 12, 2019
SENDING OUR CONDOLENCES TWO THE WATSON FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME GOD BLESS
Virgil Varner
March 12, 2019
To the Watson Family and Friends of 'EDDIE', I extend My most sincere condolence. I truly enjoyed the short walks through the halls of west jr and South high Schools with Eddie along the way. Eddie had a pleasant and welcoming personality. Rest in paradise My Friend. Hopefully, I'll see you at the Heavenly re-union. Family be strong in Love.
March 12, 2019
With deepest sympathy,
The Gatson Family
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Sylvia Todd
March 12, 2019
Dear Watson family and extended family...The Todd family send prayers,peace and our sincerest condolences....Mr.Watson was a great friend and neighbor....sincerely the Todds from Valdes...love you all....
Charles Small
March 12, 2019
To the family:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the transitioning of Eddie. He will be missed.
God bless the family.
Loretta Sanders
March 12, 2019
May the force be with you Jody. I will miss you forever and a day. Tell Charlo hello for me. I will take care of Johnnie
Sharlette Moss
March 12, 2019
To my Watson Family, sending our prayers and condolences to you all. Mr. Watson was a great man who was loved by us all. Stay strong.
Ruth McCall
March 11, 2019
Demetrius and Family please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of Your Love one You are all in My thoughts and prayers stay strong
Ruth McCall
March 11, 2019
My Condolences to Demetrius and Family may God comfort You at this unthinkable time
Tommie Lightfoot-Holloway
March 11, 2019
To My Ohio Family Johnnie, Eddie Joe III, and Demetrius I send sincere and heartfelt condolences to you from Atlanta, GA. Cousin Eddie Joe was a gentle giant, always a pleasant encounter with him. God fearing man who loved his family immensely. A strong branch has fallen from the family tree, however heaven will be brighter with Big Cousin there. I love You All and may God comfort you.
Jeanette
March 10, 2019
Total heartfelt condolences
Dorothy Brown
March 10, 2019
Johnnie, sons, and Lois,
Eddie made my transition to city life and West Jr. High so much easier by his kind, easy manner. Coming from Alabama, the mere size of the school was so frightening, and Eddie and Raymond Moore were so thoughtful and kind. Through the years when ever we saw each other, we would relive those special moments from West.
I'll forever hear his voice of sincerity when he would say. "How you doing, Dorothy?"
May God surround you with His love.
Dorothy Liptrot Brown
Michelle Watson
March 7, 2019
He was the best father in law anybody could ever ask for. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. My heart goes out to the entire Watson family. His legacy will live on through all of you.
Carl Piporo
March 7, 2019
Heaven is a better place now that Eddie is there.Thank you for being a friend and co-worker.The world needs more people like Eddie.God Bless you my friend and bless your family at this sad time.
James Walker
March 7, 2019
The Walker Family sends our Prayers, Love, Sympathy, and Condolences to the Watson Family which is a second family to us. We Love Yall!!!
Chinille Hunt
March 7, 2019
Bro Watson such a kind friends Continual prayers for the family.
Robert Brown
March 7, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marnell Riles
March 6, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Watson family. Such a kind man he was. May our Lord comfort your hearts during this difficult time.
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