Edward Leroy Watson passed away on June 26, 2016. Ed was born on September 19, 1937 on the family homestead in Myers MT. Ed married June Martens on September 2, 1956 and went to work on the family farm where he raised his family. Ed and June moved to Forsyth in the 60’s and Ed worked at Petrolane Oil for several years and then Peabody Coal Mine where he retired. Ed loved being with his family, hobby farming, and enjoyed working on his old tractors.
Ed was preceded in death by his wife June Martens; son Dale Watson; parents Cleo and Ann Watson; brothers Charles (Mary Ellen) Watson, Allen (Linda) Watson, James (Sheri) Watson; and sister Lorien (Lenard Blackman).
Ed is survived by his sons Richard Watson, Ivan (Shannon) Watson; daughter Darla Watson; brothers Cletus (Dorothy) Watson, Ken (Janice) Watson; sisters Jenny (Bob) Jones, Debbie (Don) Reiger; 8 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Rosebud Foundation.
A visitation will be held from 1-5 PM on Wednesday, June 29 at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Forsyth MT. Funeral Services will be held at 11 on Thursday, June 30 at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Forsyth MT. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and condolences may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday June 29, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday June 30, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Graveside Service
Following Services
Thursday June 30, 2016
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday June 29, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Lane
Forsyth, MT
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday June 30, 2016
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Graveside Service
Following Services
Thursday June 30, 2016
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Theresa desmarais says
Darla and families you are in our thoughts and prayers. Darla you were a great daughter. You did the best you could for your parents and brother. Remember you are always welcome. God bless you all.
Ivan & Janet Whiteaker says
We are so sorry you have lost your Dad.
Kelly (Cartwright) and Sam Handley says
Darla and family–I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
Ron & Tina (Watson) Benzel says
Thoughts and prayers to the family of Edward Watson.
Cathy Byron says
What a shocker to read of Eddie’s passing. Sam always enjoyed shooting the breeze with him when they worked at Peabody together. I think he mooched some corn and a bunch of tomatoes one year when our garden didn’t pan out very well. When the two got together, there was always lots of laughter. My heart and prayers are with all of you. Treasure the memories – that’s where the healing lies.
Joe and Pam Ash says
My prayers are with the family
Leo and Berta Conner says
Ivan & Shannon and family – We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Treasure all the great memories of working together on the farm !!
Lynn Waller says
Darla my dear friend I am so so sorry. He was a wonderful man. He was always so fun and so good to me. Please let me know if I can do anything. Now he can be reunited with your mom. He will be missed. I love you.
Dale and Rita Watson says
We feel so sorry for your loss.
Dwaine and Cathy Morris says
Darla and family, we are so very sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. We sure enjoyed working with him and he will be missed.
John Pachl says
My sincere condolences.
don&debbie reiger. says
ED.was like a brother ,he ofton stoped for coffe on his way to get the mail,i will miss him and his stories. rest in peace old friend, we will misss you.
Sandy and Jeff says
We are sorry for you loss. You all are in our prayers. He is home with his loving wife and son. Stay strong he’s not in any pain anymore. I will never forget going out to the farm to see him.
Sharon Wetsch says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers…
charlys and Butch Schulenberg says
Darla and Family: Ed was one of those Happy people that you liked to be around. He was a good Friend and We will miss Him .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Family.