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Ed Watson Obituary
Ed R. Watson, 91, of Deer Park, TX passed away January 30, 2012. Mr. Watson retired from Shell Oil Co. after 38 years; served 16 years as Texas State Representative for District 129. Was a member of First Baptist Church of Deer Park. Mr. Watson was preceded in death by his wife Susan "Jerry" Watson; daughter Deborah Gore, two brothers Ralph & Mitchell Watson; two sisters Mary O'Brian & Myrtle Myzell. He is survived by two sons Dan A. Watson & wife Jane, Donald W. Watson & wife Malinda; daughter Faith Crawford; two sisters Faye Trant, Elsie Dunman; nine grandchildren David W. Moake, Joseph R. Moake, James E. Crawford & wife Estela, Jason S. Crawford & wife Amanda, Jerod A. Crawford, & wife Kristen, Edward R. "Ted" Watson, Robert A. Watson, Gretchen Blanche & husband Cole, Travis W. Watson.; eleven great grandchildren Heather R. Rivas, Matthew T. Moake, Bryson L. Crawford, Kade A. Crawford, Riley Faith Crawford, Mariano A. Escobedo, Vanessa M. Crawford, Trenton J. Crawford, Trevor A. Crawford, McKenna G. Blanche; One Great-Great Grandson Aaron J. Andres; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Graveside services will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, February 4 at the Texas State Cemetery, Austin, TX. Memorial Service will be held 10:00 AM Monday, February 6, at First Baptist Church of Deer Park, 438 E. 8th St, Deer Park. Family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday at the Church. Family requests memorials be made in Mr. Watson's memory to First Baptist Church Benevolent Committee, 438 E. 8th St. Deer Park, TX 77536.
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Clyde Doyal
January 25, 2019
A dedicated public servant that served our community well and a good friend.
dick gregg
January 25, 2019
Back down the river across the canyon of time he is a shining example of what a state representative can be if he acts responsibly and cares for anyone beyond himself.
Earl Sturrock, Jr
February 25, 2012
I was in New Zealand when Ed passed. I found out about his death upon my return to the US day before yesterday. Ed and my father went to Anahuac High School together and was a good friend to my family.. He was fond of telling folks that he knew me when I was just twinkle in my father's eye. Ed always respected the working man in every field of endeavor. I respected him, looked up to him, knew him as a friend and will miss him greatly. I regret I wasn't here to express my sympathy to his sisters and family at his passing. Rest in Peace Old Friend.
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February 3, 2012
Ed was a friend to our family for more than 40 years. He was always ready to lend advice when needed. A great mentor to our son. Our sympathy to Ed's family.
Meredith and Dodie Wilson
College Station, TX
Norman & Onesia Farr
February 3, 2012
If the company doctor couldn't help you, Ed would make arrangements for you to visit Scott-White, John Sealy, Houston Medical Center and TIRR. If you didn't have a ride, he'd take you, himself. And if you still didn't get well, Ed continued to call and visit. We have lost a friend. He is missed.
Love to the family from the family of Bill and Alvie Polson.
February 2, 2012
Ed was a valued friend whom I got to know well during those election years when we were campaigning along side one another. He was a valued public servant, an honorable man. Godspeed Ed Watson. Mike Driscoll, Houston,Texas
Dick Gregg
February 2, 2012
He was a fine man, a great help to me as a young lawyer, a good friend as I added some years, always happy and smiling, just like the picture. I will miss him.
Andrew Wilson
February 1, 2012
I served Representative Watson as a Legislative Aide during his time in the House of Representatives.
Kind, caring, patient and wise are only a few of the words I would use to describe this very special man who I learned so much from.
Walter Hall
January 31, 2012
Ed was the person who kept The Wheelhouse going after Hub Carrol died! He was an inspiration his willingness to help anyone will be dearly missed! Rest in Peace! Your work is finished!! I know that you had a great reunion with your beloved Jerri! God Bless all of The Watson Family!!
Richard Tew
January 31, 2012
As a journalist, I met Ed Watson while writing a story on his beloved Wheelhouse in Deer Park. After knowing Ed for a while and writing several stories on him, including one on his ninetieth birthday, I can say, he was truly a gentleman and a friend to all who knew him. God Bless you Ed.
January 31, 2012
May God be with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Ed was a very good friend to our family for the past 50 years and will be missed very much. My prayers will be with your family.
Ricki Davis & family
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