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Causby Watson Obituary
Memorial mass for Causby L. "Bootsy" Watson, Jr. will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29, 2011, at St. Rita Catholic Church, Alexandria, LA with a reception immediately following at St. Rita Holy Family Center.
Causby L. "Bootsy" Watson, Jr. entered his eternal rest at the age of 72 on Thursday, March 24, 2011 at Grace Home, Alexandria, LA after a lengthy and extended illness.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Causby L. Watson and Ruth Crouch Watson Mixon.
Bootsy is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda Newell Watson; his son, Sgt. Major Conrad A. Watson and his wife, Kim, of Fremont, New Hampshire; his daughter, Kathleen A. Watson, of Alexandria; his daughter, Tracy Watson Bates and her husband, David, of Pineville; his brother, Michael Mixon and his wife, Judy; and his sister, Chelia Mixon Sanderford and her husband, David, of Grandberry, Texas; five grandchildren, Christopher K. Watson and Megan C. Watson of Freemont, New Hampshire, Sydney L. Bates and Cameron P. Bates of Pineville, and Enjolie R. Watson of Alexandria. He is also survived by special cousins, Homer Crouch, Davelyn Watson Gauthier and Carl Watson.
He graduated from Menard High School and attended Louisiana College where he was a member of the football team and obtained his degree in education. He also graduated with a master's degree in education of Northwestern State University. As a life-long educator, Bootsy taught and coached football at McGill Institute in Mobile, Alabama, Jackson High School, Jackson, LA, Cottonport High School, Cottonport, LA and Pineville High School, Pineville, LA. He later became a system principal at Jones Street Junior High, Alexandria, LA and Rapides High School, Lecompte, LA. He retired from the Rapides Parish School System after a long career in education as principal of Carter C. Raymond Junior High, Lecompte, LA.
The family expresses sincere thanks to the staff of Grace Home and Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital.
Memorials can be made to St. Rita Youth, % St. Rita Catholic Church, 3822 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA. 71303.
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Memories and Condolences
for Causby Watson
April 14, 2011
Oh daddy,
How I miss you. It seems so long since we've talked, but it's only been 3 weeks.I know we will be able to talk sports again one day. I know that there is no more suffering for you but at times that doesn't help. I love you and miss you!
Your daughter,
Tracy
April 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy And my prayers are with the family at their loss. Coach Watson will always be a part of my memories at Cottonport High School as a coach, teacher and friend.
Darrel Tassin(class of 66)
March 31, 2011
coach bootsy was one of the best coaches at pineville high, rest in peace, CLASS OF 1979
DR. JD simpson
March 31, 2011
Coach Watson was a unique coach for his time. He made us better and made us laugh. He had a phrase about "milk of magnesia" he used on us. Our prayers with your family.
David Lee Guillory
March 31, 2011
Ms. Linda, Conrad, Kathy, and Tracy, I am so sorry to learn of Bootsy's passing. I remember the times spent with him at Grammaw Honey and Paw Paw Kenneth's camp at Toledo Bend. I will always see him with that broad smile that lit up even the sunniest day! I know he touched so many lives and had a profound impact on those around him. I am proud to say that I knew him. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Byrd
March 31, 2011
Coach Watson was such a positive influence on so many of us. He was always quick to encourage and motivate, and it always seemed to come at just the right time. And his quirky little grin just made you smile no matter what he was teaching you! Thanks for the memories Coach. PHS Class of 1980
Tim Miller
March 31, 2011
Coach Watson will be missed by everyone he touched during his life. Rest in peace Coach and thanks for the memories. PHS 1980
Judy Guillory
March 30, 2011
Knew the Coach and loved him. Judy Guillory
Linda Stuchlik
March 29, 2011
So sorry to hear about Coach Watson. He was my civics teacher at Pineville High School in the late 70s. He was also my driver's ed teacher. He taught me how to drive very well because I have yet to be the cause of an accident. Good work, Coach Watson. Thank you for your patience when I was behind the wheel and for teaching me well. Linda Stuchlik, PHS Class of 1980
Elaine [Gauthier] Dunn
March 29, 2011
I always remembered Coach Watson. He was the nicest teacher i ever had. He made learning easy and made us alwys laugh. He was the best coach Cottonport High ever had. Sorry 4 ya'll lost
Michael Tannehill
March 29, 2011
"Coach Watson," as I knew him during my years at Pineville High School, gave me encouragement to excell in football my junior and senior years. I will always remember his quiet, yet knowledgable way he got his point across to his players. Thanks "Coach Watson"...you will be missed by all. Mike Tannehill, PHS 1972-1975.
E Pugh
March 28, 2011
RIP . i remeber when you taught me in HS you was so patience
March 28, 2011
There are thousands of people who have Coach Watson to thank for being able to drive. He put up with soooooo much from us. Our prayers are for your peace and thanks for sharing him with us. Janice Williams PHS 1980
March 28, 2011
Our prayers are with all of "Bootsy" family and friends.
Gary & Sylvia Liles
March 28, 2011
Ms. Linda, Conrad, Kathleen and Tracy,
I have fond memories of Coach Watson from my school days at Cottonport High. He was a gently man with a kind heart and one heck of a football coach. I know the guys from my class had utmost respect for him. I am so sorry for your loss and will ask God to bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time in your lives.
Liz Leach
Danielle Jenkins
March 28, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to Mr. Watson and family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.....Dr. Ernie Garcia and Danielle (nurse)
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