Obituary of Jack Watson

WATSON – Jack passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at the age of 77.  Jack is predeceased by his beloved wife Monica Watson (nee Hodgins) of almost 50 years, by his loving daughter Beverly (Pedro) Gavilanez.  Predeceased by his son Christopher Watson (2019).  Wonderful Papa to Isobel, Darius, Tyson, Sydney and Jude.  He will be dearly missed by his brother Peter and sister-in-law Linda Watson, his late brother-in law Michael (2022) and sister-in-law Shirley Hodgins, his nephews and nieces Stuart, Sarah, Hayley, Theresa, Ellis and Aiden and by his many extended family all in England.  Jack was born in Dulwich England and immigrated to Canada in 1971 with his wife to be Monica. Before retiring, Jack was an Industrial Electrician at Amcan Castings for 28 years.  Special thanks to Dr. Leslie, Dr. Chawla, the amazing staff at Parkwood Hospital and our Community Care Partners team for all their care and support.  Visitation will be held at the Shawn Jackson Funeral Home, 31 Elgin Street, St. Thomas (519-631-0570) on Friday May 12, 2023 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  A celebration of life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.  Cremation to follow.  A reception will be held after the service at Faith Church St. Thomas, 345 Fairview Ave., St. Thomas. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice of Elgin or Parkwood Hospital Palliative Care Unit would be greatly appreciated.  Personal condolences to the family can be made at www. sjfh.ca