GORDON WATSON

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GORDON WATSON September 12, 1929 - March 15, 2018 Peacefully, after a lengthy illness, Dad passed away March 15, 2018 at the Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 61 years, Ruth (Kennedy), sons, Ken (Brenda) and Bob (Kim), and grandchildren, Kent, Brandon and Kaleigh. Dad was preceded by grandson Jonathan, sisters, Zelma, Jean, and brothers, Ed, Harvey, Mervin, George and Mel. Dad was born in Portage la Prairie, MB. He and Ruth were married in August, 1956 and settled in Stonewall. There he worked for North American Lumber and Texaco Bulk Fuels for several years. In 1968 he began a 23 year career as a corrections officer at Stony Mountain Institution. Dad enjoyed telling stories of growing up and of the many people he had worked with and met over his 88 years. In 1969 the family moved to Teulon to live on the Kennedy farm. He enjoyed having a small farm where he had a variety of livestock. In later years he was particularly proud of his large garden and beautifully manicured yard. Dad and Mom enjoyed many trips to BC and California to visit family and friends. Dad loved his family and was especially proud of his grandchildren. It was important for him to know what they were doing and what projects they had on the go at any given time. The family would like to thank Dr. Loudon and the wonderful staff at the Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion towards Dad. A celebration of Gordon's life will be held on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gunton - Greenwood Community Hall, Gunton, MB. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Goodwin Lodge Foundation or the Teulon Hunter Memorial Health District Foundation Inc. Ken Loehmer Funeral Services 204-886-0404

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 19, 2018