Harry Watson

November 07, 1934 - July 19, 2013

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Harry Watson, 78, Jamestown, ND died Friday July 19, 2013 at Eventide at Hi-Acres Manor under Hospice care in Jamestown, ND.

Harry Watson was born November 7, 1934 at Vancouver, British Columbia, the son of Charles Henry Watson and Mary Jane (Best) Watson.

Harry, like his father was very adventurous and worked on ships most of his life as a merchant marine. He was also a member of the Canadian Navy. Harry has literally been all around the world. His experiences include working on tug boats, whaling ships and on some of the largest tanker ships at the time. He served as a fireman and oiler. He ended his career as a skilled marine electrician.

Harry moved to Jamestown around 1998 and was active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served others in their time of need. He loved to tinker with anything and was known to fix about anything. He did work for the Jamestown School District as a part-time custodian. He enjoyed the people he worked with.

He is survived by1daughter, Jennifer Tunison, Pitt Meadows, British Columbia; 2 grandchildren; and 1 brother, Cameron Watson, Grand Forks, British Columbia.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral Service - 1:30 PM Friday July 26, 2013 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Jamestown, ND with President Jay Pickrel, officiating.

Interment - Highland Home Cemetery in Jamestown, ND.

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Andy Heller

Other • 4 years ago

My thoughts and prayers go out to Harry's daughter, brother and family. I've known Harry for around 8 years and it saddens that he won't be here. The last few years of his life, Harry came a long way and grew as a person from when I first met him. I always enjoyed when he talked about the ships he was on and his travels, but I really enjoyed the discussions we would have on many subjects. Harry knew a lot and was very analytical on things and I admired that about him. Many times a phone call that was intended for a few minutes would turn into a very long time because he had well thought out views and knowledge about things. I have been in Jamestown since 1996 and while I have gotten to know several people, I can't call them friends, but I called Harry a friend and he was. I look back at the past 8 years with fondness, but sadness because those times are gone. I do want to say one more thing about Harry. He really cared for his friend Nancy and her well being. He valued her as a person and went out of his way to help her out in life. I will miss Harry and will always remember him. He was a big part in my life for 8 years. May God bless Harry.