Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 12:00 a.m.
Watson, Clarence
With great sadness, we announce the passing of CLARENCE CHARLES ALLEN WATSON, beloved husband of Julie Watson, of Lethbridge, at the South Health Campus in Calgary on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at the age of 85 years.
With great sadness, we announce the passing of CLARENCE CHARLES ALLEN WATSON, beloved husband of Julie Watson, of Lethbridge, at the South Health Campus in Calgary on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at the age of 85 years.
Clarence was the proud father of three children: Gregory (Kerry) Watson, Cheryl (Attila) Braun, and Susan (Terry) Friesen; grandchildren Jesse (Antonio) Watson, Jocelyne Abad, Cole (Alyssa) Watson, Myles Watson, Amanda (Chase) Oliver, Mackenzie (Trevor) Braun, Victoria Braun, Timothy (Reanne) Johansen, Stephen (Chantelle) Johansen, Adam Johansen, Michael (Anali) Johansen, and Candace Friesen; as well as 16 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Florence Elaine McCormick.
He was predeceased by his mother Myrtle, father Clarence and infant brother George.
Clarence was born in Yorkton, Saskatchewan to Clarence Irving Watson and Myrtle Isabelle (Russell) Watson and lived in Yorkton all of his formative years, until he attended Saskatchewan Teacher's College in Moose Jaw from 1954 to 1955. In 1959, Clarence met Julie Fedun and they married in 1960. Clarence taught in Saskatchewan from 1955 to 1964. From 1961 to 1964, he held principalships in Dubuc and at the DND school at the Air Force Radar Base. Clarence and Julie then moved to Regina, where Clarence attended university and also joined the R.C.A.M. Clarence served in the Royal Canadian Artillery from 1964 to 1970 as a 1st Lieutenant. The family then moved to Lethbridge where he continued his education and earned his B.A./B.SC. and B.Ed. degrees. He became a teacher for the Lethbridge Catholic Separate School District #9. After 35 years, Clarence retired from teaching in 1991. Clarence then worked for Perma Green Garden Centre, where he enjoyed ten years of working with trees, plants and building various seasonal displays.
Clarence was very active in the Knights of Columbus. Clarence served on a number of executive councils and spent many hours volunteering his time and talent. He was proud to serve as Grand Knight for two terms, was District Deputy, served one term as Faithful Navigator and achieved Star Council, Star District as well as District Deputy of the Year. Clarence was a member of the 4th Degree and served on the Honour Guard.
Clarence enjoyed reading, wood carving of birds and animals, the outdoors, camping and travelling, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his beloved wife Julie and their family.
Clarence was deeply loved by all of his family and will be sadly missed.
A private Prayer Service will be held on Monday, February 15th, 2021 at 5:00 PM.
A private Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 16th, 2021, at 11:00 AM with Father William Monis celebrating.
Both the Prayer Service and Funeral Mass will be livestreamed and may be accessed through Clarence's obituary on the Cornerstone website at their respective times.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent De Paul Society, c/o All Saints Parish (2405 - 12 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB, T1K 0P4) or to L'Arche Association of Lethbridge (240 - 12C St. N, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 2M7).
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We are so sorry for your loss Julie and family. We are praying that God provides you strength through this time. We will remember him always , our thoughts are with you Alojz and Ivka
To Susan and the Watson family, I remember grade 7 science class with Mr. Watson (and the frog in particular) very well. Teachers have a life-long impact on their students. I am so sorry for your loss.
We are terribly sorry to hear of Clarence's passing. Please accept Sharlene's and my condolences and also on behalf of my mother Joan and my brothers David and John.
My deepest sympathy to Julie and family. I have fond memories of "Mr. Watson" both as a teacher and as a friend of my parents. I remember our family camping trips together and especially the trip to the Tyrell Museum. I am so sorry for your loss.
Susan, Terry, Tim, Steven, Michael, Adam and Candace and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during your loss. Keep his memory alive in your hear always!!
Julie and family; we wish you our condolences on the death of Clarence. He was a good man who always brought joy and happiness to all he would meet. May he rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him.
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Uncle Clarence. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Julie, Greg, Cheryl, and Susan. We were all very fortunate to have him in our lives.
Julie and Family You are in our thoughts and prayers God Bless .
our Condolences
The world has lost a bright light, but with that heaven has gained a glorious guardian angel to watch over and protect his loved ones. May God take care of our family, to help ease the pain, and celebrate his life.
May Clarence rest in peace with Christ our Lord.
Our thoughts are with you, our condolences to your family. Grace Stecyk, Florence Dionne, Carol Todosichuk The "Watson Girls "
So sorry for your loss, Clarence was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed.
Dear Julie and family, holding you close in our thoughts and wishing you moments of peace. Clarence will be missed dearly by each and every one of his family and friends. Hugs.
Dear Julie and family May God surround you with His love and peace at this time. My prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort.
My prayers are with your family an you Julie I am having mass said for yous
We send our prayers and deepest sympathy to you, Julie and to your family in the loss of Clarence. He truly was a great guy. He will be missed. May your memories shared help you through these difficult days. God Bless.
Love to all of you.
Deepest condolences for you Julie and your family. Clarence was a truly warm soul who was loved deeply by his family and friends. He is wrapped in God's love and is at peace. We send our love from Ottawa.
Grandpa will forever live on in our hearts. He will be greatly missed, and will be watching over this family for generations to come. We love you, Grandpa. Until we meet again.
Our prayers go out to all of Clarences family during this time of loss. Bless you all.
My prayers go out to you and your family.
Clarence leaves a tremendous legacy. We are grateful for his humble service. RIP teacher.
Xoxo
Our love and prayers are going out to you. May the Lord comfort you all and give you peace.
To Julie and family. No words can say what we feel for you Julie, the loss of Clarence, your loved one. Husband, Father, and Grandfather to a wonderful (big) family. We are so happy you have so many loving and fun memories of all you family gatherings.
We will miss dear Uncle Clarence. A wonderful kind, caring, loving man. We are thinking of you all and keeping you close to our hearts. God bless. Love Laura and Glen
RIP, Brother Clarence! Praying for the repose of your soul.
So sorry to hear of Clarence's passing. May you find comfort in your memories. He was one of my favorite teachers in high school. With our sympathy and prayers. Faye and John Henderson
Sorry for your loss Susan. I still remember his classes
So sorry for your loss! I enjoyed having Mr. Watson as a teacher at St. Mary's in Grade 7. Condolences to Susan especially and to all of your family. Sending much love.
Our deepest condolences to Julie and family. May God Bless you.
My sincere condolences to Julie & the family. I have very fond memories of Clarence when we shared the Science Lab for several years at St.Francis.
Dear Julie, and family, we are so saddened to learn of Clarence's death. He was a dear friend and colleague and will be missed. I will let Gerard Meunier ( the wood carver) know. Eileen and David
Dear Julie, we were so sorry to hear of Clarence's passing. He was a good and kind man, who took satisfaction from working with others while exhibiting his signature good nature. He always took time for a friendly smile and hello, and we will miss him.
Our sincere condolences on Clarence's passing. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Julie & family: We will all miss Clarence. He was a very gentle soul. As a knight, I was always impressed with Clarence's dedication and care. Clarence taught all 3 of my girls - Sr M Benedicta (Robin), Kelly & Katherine. They will miss him too. Sincerest condolences.
Julie and family, You have been and will continue to be in our prayers. May our Lord's embrace comfort all of you and bring you the assurance of Clarence's salvation. God Bless!
Very sorry to hear of Clarence's passing. Please accept our condolences. He will be greatly missed. He was always such a nice guy, always pleasant and gave of himself in helping others. Our prayers are with you all. Michael and Gloria Cormican
Julie, Greg, Cheryl and Susan and all your family...so very sorry for your heartache because of your great loss of Clarence - a warm, gentle, happy man who was kind to everyone and extra-special to us and our children. He loved you all so much! I remember his carvings! Julie, you and Clarence are honorary grandparents to Kaylee and Kel and we are grateful for our wonderful, full of laughter, family visits with you. God bless you all. Sending prayers, love and hugs and most sincere sympathy. Mo and Ib
Dear Julie and Family, I was so sad to hear that Clarence passed away. He was a gentle and kind man. He use to bring the vegetables that Julie had cut up for funeral lunches. I wish we were able to have a nice luncheon for him. Take care Julie and I will phone you later in the month.
Deepest condolences to Julie and family. I remember him well from when I went to the house to hang out with Susan (Many many moons ago). God Bless him and God Bless your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Shelley (Martin) Lahaie
Dear Julie and Family, Sorry to hear of the passing of Clarence. He was such a wonderful person.
We are so sorry for your loss. May you all be surrounded by the love you shared so readily with family and friends. With deepest sympathy from Nelly and Pat
Condolences to the Watson and Braun families.
I have lost a lifelong friend.
Dear Julie and family, So sorry for your loss, My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. Take care,
We are so sad to hear this news. Thinking of you all
My thoughts and prayers are with you Julie and your family at this very sad time.
Our deepest sympathy to Julie and family.
Dear Julie and family..Mom and I are saddened at the loss of Clarence. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time..Mary and Susan
Thinking of you Julie and family. Jim and I felt honored to have shared so many good times with both you and Clarence. He is now resting at peace. Take care.
Please accept my condolences.