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George Albert Watson, beloved father and friend, and longtime resident of Atlanta, Ga., died Thursday, May 15, 2008, in a car accident in Santa Rosa, Calif. Mr. Watson was born May 1, 1943 in Binghamton, N.Y. He was a graduate of the University of Tampa where he was a member of the varsity crew team and Vice President of the student body. He also received an MBA from the Universidad de Las Americas in Mexico City. Mr. Watson was a founding partner of Downside Risk Inc., the restaurant group that owned such longtime Atlanta favorites as The Brandy House, The Bucket Shop, The Scotch House, and Alexander's Eagle. Mr. Watson is survived by his longtime companion, DiAnna D'Angelo; and three sons, Charles Lyon Watson, William Lyon Watson, and Phillip Gaines Watson, all of Atlanta. Mr. Watson's zest, humor, and outlook on life will be sadly missed.
A Memorial Service will be held in Atlanta at a time and place to be determined.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Watson
Janis Rosenbaum Musante
March 29, 2025
Such a loss. I knew George intimately from our time together in Heavenly Valley and San Francisco. Sincere condolences to his beloved family.
Ed O'Neil
June 2, 2008
George, you left many great and positive memories. Friends from Lourdes and BCHS will never forget you. Your generosity and easygoing manner were only exceeded by your loyalty to your friends.
I never got to thank you for the great time you treated Gun Marie I to on your visits to our home in New Jersey (especially prior to Tom’s wedding).
It is easy to see clearly now where your kindness came from.
Your Mother Mary drove from Binghamton to Hamilton, N.Y. in the early 60’s to pick me up after I had an auto accident (53 Ford front end collision) while attending a football game (party) at Colgate University – to get me out of a jam.
I am honored to have been your friend.
Betsy Sandwick Lomonaco
May 29, 2008
Gorgy, What a love you were. Senior year at St. Pat's would not have been the same without you. You accomplished alot. I can't imagine you resting. I will always remember your smile. Say hello to Jan and Joie for me. Rest in peace.
Dave Selner
May 29, 2008
Hey Wats: many fond memories of you, especially at Lourdes, will always be with me. You were a good friend during adolescence and teen years, but damn hard to keep up with! Rest in Peace with your beloved Mom and Dad.
Jimmy Mac
May 29, 2008
Never enough Gorgy Moments!
Peace Be With You!
Patrick King
May 28, 2008
George was one of those guys we all wanted to be. He was a good friend of my cousin Leo and always treated me like a little buddy, whether down at Bills or up at Lourdes Camp. George shared his charm and success with his friends, and all will surely miss him.
John Blute
May 28, 2008
I was associated with George at The Vault in Columbus, OH. He was a great wit and excellent business man. We are praying for him and his family. John and Suzanne (Zazon) Blute
Faith Harris
May 28, 2008
Gorgy, We shared the best of our youth, in all its poignancy, at a time when Johnny Mathis rather than Rap ruled. We forged a bond that was never really broken and made memories I will never forget. Now you have gone forth into the still of the night. You departed too soon, but remain in our hearts. Faith
Jack Hogan
May 28, 2008
George,
May God bless you for all the laughs and fun you provided for others.
Would love to be enjoying one of your famous Bloody Marys along with the burger, etc. at the Bucket Shop in Underground right now, with you behind the bar. Great memories of working, water skiing, and crossing the lake with you at Lourdes Camp, driving your famous crinkled VW, representing the Hogan Family at your wedding in St. Louis, and enjoying your many restaurants in Atlanta from 1969 to 1971. All the best to you, your mother, and grandfather at your reunion. You will always be remembered with prayers as a good and helpful friend.
It was my pleasure and lucky fortune to know you, George.
Always keep them laughing your way!
Tom Hogan
May 28, 2008
George will indeed be missed by the thousands of friends who knew him at St. Pat's, Binghamton Central, Lourdes Camp, the University of Tampa, and in Atlanta. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary Lyon Botnick, a longtime employee of Olum's Furniture Store and also Vestal Hills Country Club. May his soul, and hers, rest in peace.
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