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RICHARD (KEITH) WATSON
Born: Feb 28, 1945
Date of Passing: Jul 18, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRICHARD (KEITH) WATSON
With love and wonderful memories, we celebrate the life of Keith who was born on February 28, 1945 and who left us on July 18, 2024.
As well as his parents, Joseph and Kathleen, Keith is predeceased by his brothers, Ken and Tom. Left to remember him with love is his wife Carole; children, Zachary and his wife Lisa, Erin and her husband Jerry, and their sons, Masyn and Afton; dear sister Donna Kurbis and her husband Richard and family; brother Larry and his wife Tracey and family; sister-in-law Darcie Watson. Keith will be missed by Carole's siblings, Ken, Janis and Greg, Glenn and Lori and their families.
Keith was an adventurous child, exploring the woods and the river banks near his home. Sports figured largely throughout his school years with high school provincial records set in shotput and discus. Any spare time was spent working on his pilot's license.
Keith and Carole began their amazing 56-year adventure with their marriage in 1968 and continued with the arrival of Zachary David in 1975 and Erin Kathleen in 1978. Keith was the ultimate hands-on Dad, involved in all aspects of their lives.
A 33-year career with Air Canada led to the formation of lasting friendships and involvement in baseball, curling and golf.
For more than 30 years Keith, Ray, Walter, Brian, Richard, Andy and Ron flew to remote lakes for their annual June Fishing Getaway. Keith now joins Richard, Walter and Andy catching the Big Ones!
Keith was a volunteer Firefighter and First Responder with the St. Andrew's Fire Department for 14 years, a longtime member of St. Andrews-on-the-Red Anglican Church, a volunteer for class events and field trips at St. Andrew's school (mostly being "voluntold” by Carole!). Keith was in the first group of shareholders of Granite Hills Golf Course and was pleased to play a role in its evolution.
Retirement brought the best adventures with winters in Thailand and fun adventures with Masyn and Afton.
Keith's family are forever grateful to the wonderful caregivers at Deer Lodge Centre and The Simkin Centre. They not only enriched Keith's life but also the lives of his family.
Keith's life will be honoured at a private memorial.
If you wish, donations may be made to Manitoba Brain Injury Association or Children's Hospital Foundation.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 27, 2024, Jul 27, 2024
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Carol, Zack & Erin Our Deepest Condolences on the passing of Keith. Such wonderful memories of good times & supper club in Selkirk. Hugs Albert & Ann Holmes - Posted by: Albert & Ann Holmes (Friend) on: Jul 28, 2024
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Dear Carole and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing and wish peace for you at this difficult time. Keith was a very generous man and always quick to help. “You can always tell where a beautiful soul has been by the tears and smiles left behind.” He will be remembered fondly. Catherine. - Posted by: Catherine Will (Old neighbour) on: Jul 27, 2024
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So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. My prayers and thoughts go out to Carole, her children and all the families and especially Larry and Donna. Respectfully Gail. - Posted by: Gail Kotowich (Acquaintance of family for over 50 years) on: Jul 27, 2024
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Dear Carole & Family. So many wonderful memories over the Years. He will live on in our Hearts. Thinking of You. Luv Ron & Dona. - Posted by: Ron, Donna Charney (Long-Time Friends) on: Jul 27, 2024
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I didn't know Richard but I want to commend you on the beautiful, love filled, obituary you composed for him. It was a blessing to me to read such a joyful heartfelt acknowledgment of the person he was and will be remembered as. May His peace be with you as you go through your necessary grief and continue to celebrate Richard. Michael. - Posted by: Michael (None) on: Jul 27, 2024
