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Adrian (Ace) Deck
December 15, 2008
Grandpa, I never got to say goodbye to you before you died. I wanted you to know that I love you and will always remember you. I always feel you in my heart when I talk about you. Love "Little Ace"
Doug Deck
December 15, 2008
Dad was a buillder. Of course we all knew that. You couldn't toss a rock without hitting something that he'd built. The thing that he built that was the greatest importance to him is illustrated on the walls of the home he and Mom shared for more than 30 years.
In addition to being a builder of buildings, Dad was a builder of family. The walls of their home are covered with pictures of their sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There are no pictures of buildings. While a fine builder of buildings, Dad's family was more important.
You do not have to have a drop of Watson blood to be Dad's son, and you didn't have to be married to one of his sons to be his daughter-in-law. You are Dad's family.
Perhaps you are not related, but knew Dad for a long time. Or maybe you worked alongside him at some point. You are Dad's family too.
As a builder of buildings, Dad's tools were the hammer, saw and chisels he kept in a simple wooden box.
As a builder of family, Dad's tools were Love, Compassion, Integrity and Strength.
For me, it was this set of tools Dad used as he worked with me hand-in-hand to build a foundation for my life. A foundation upon which today I am building my family.
As a builder of buildings, it was not important to Dad that he build the tallest buildings, the longest bridges or the deepest tunnels. What was important was that what he built was of uncompromising quality, and provided endless satisfaction.
Likewise as a builder of family, Dad did not require us to be doctors, lawyers or CEO's of large companies to be successful. What was important was that what we became was of uncompromising quality, and that we enjoy life with endless satisfaction.
In his last days with us here on Earth, Dad's family gathered by his side. From both near and far, both physically and in spirit, we came. I believe that in those days, Dad was comforted by our Love and Strength, the same tools he gave us as the builder of this family.
These last few days, I have struggled with the concept of coming up here to say goodbye. I have decided that it is impossible. Because as I continue to build upon the foundation we built together, I see him. As I speak to my wife and children, I hear him. And as I work on projects around my home, I feel him. I will not say goodbye. Instead, I will say Thank You, and I Love You. Doug
Adam Watson
December 15, 2008
Dear Grandpa, I just wanted to say that you are the best grampa in the world. I will always love and miss you. You will always be in my heart to think of. I love you soooo much XOXO, Love Adam
James Watson
December 15, 2008
Grandpa, I miss you and love you. You are and will always be the best grandpa ever. You always have a place in my heart. I will always remember the summers I spent with you. I will also remember when you built bird houses with me when I was little and the lizard traps. I will remember the hut too. I appreciate everything you did for me. I love you. James
miriam limon
December 5, 2008
sentimos mucho la perdida de ACE le agradezco de todo corazon la confianza que nos tubo a mi y mi familia tengo tantas cosas que agradezerle su simpatia y generosidad, su ayuda incondicional. Para nosotros sigue vivo en nuestros corazones aunque el ya este con dios. Hay muchas cosas que nos lo recuerda diariamente. A Bertha muchas gracias por dejar entrar en este espacio tan familiar pero usted sabe que cuenta con nosotros mil gracias.
BJ
August 20, 2008
My Love...It's been a beautiful, awsome, unbelievably exquisite journey together. I will go on alone, but with each memory a tear will fall..or a smile..or a laugh that we shared together. We had it all, didn't we? I'll be OK with the help of our family, and they are priceless, and the help of God, and He is too.
I want you to know tht the only dream that matters came true - In this life I was loved by you. I'll see you walking around a corner, getting into a truck, getting a drink of water, walking at the mall and Fr. Angelo said when I do, I must think of only happy memories, not what I've lost. I can do that. I love you.
Forever yours,
Charlie, Michelle, and Sienna Burkett
March 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go to the LARGE Watson family. Ace, you are in the best place now. I will have many great memories forever. Thank you for everything you have done for me.
Tamara Czapiewski
March 14, 2008
Berta and family: My sincere sympathies are with you at this time. Ace was a wonderfully kind and generous person and I enjoyed getting to know him through Doug and when I lived in your guesthouse. Peach be with you.
Sister Ann Patrick Adams
March 13, 2008
Dear Mark, Elva and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. May you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends.
Olga Acedo
March 13, 2008
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Ace he was truly a great person and it was a pleasure knowing and working with him selling his parts at G&N appliance parts may you rest in peace........Olga
Mike Casey
March 12, 2008
Mr. Watson,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USN during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
jamie struve
March 12, 2008
I am very sorry to here about Ace.
He was a great Man , He was the best land lord that we ever had we have stayed at our house for 5 years because he was so great. he will be missed, And condolences to the family and friends of Ace.
Patricia Scott
March 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Watson's during this difficult time. I loved Ace and enjoyed visiting with him and Berta at family get-togethers. I enjoyed all the stories he'd tell us, he had quite the sense of humor. May each day get easier for everyone.
Love - Kyle, Patee, Alexia, Halley, and Ethan - we miss you!
Deborah Stith
March 12, 2008
To Aunt Berta and all the family, I was so sad to hear of Uncle AC's sickness and death. He was a hard working,successful, loving man that we were all proud of. He was always a joy to all the family. We were always happy to be with him. We have a lot of wonderful memories, and we will miss him so. Berta, I am so glad that he had you for the 40 years. I know the two of you had a loving marriage that brought both of you and all your children and grandchildren much happiness. Thanks to all of you, Uncle AC had a great life and for that we are all greatful. I send all my love, Deborah
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