WATSON, Alexander – Alexander William Watson, passed away peacefully at Hospice Wellington, Guelph, on Friday, January 26th, 2018 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of Vietta Watson (nee Wilson). Loving father of Cheryl Watson (Sima), Ronald Watson (Carol), Doris Aitken (Keith), and Jamie Watson (Connie) of Mount Forest. Cherished grandfather of Mark (Samantha), Ashlee, Matthew (Andrea), Katelynn, Carlee, Alex, Shawn (Alexandria) and Brooke (Jason). Great-grandfather of Isla. Dear brother of Herbert Watson (Rudy). Alex will be fondly remembered by his brother-in law and sisters-in law Alfred and Doreen, Minnie, Nora, Gwen and Pat, his nieces, nephews and extended families. Predeceased by his parents Campbell and Christena Watson, an infant sister, his parents-in-law James and Grace Wilson and loved brothers-in-law and sisters-in law. Friends called at the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest on Sunday, January 28th from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. where members of the Masonic Lodge held a memorial service at 6:30 p.m. A celebration of Alexander’s life was held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 196 Birmingham Street East, Mount Forest on Monday, January 29th at 11 a.m. Spring interment will be held at the Holstein Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Hospice Wellington, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church or the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
