From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd.

The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.

From: Jose Sotelo
Relation: Friend

My condolences to the Family He was a good friend and Kinsmen He will be missed

From: Bob Elliott
Relation: I am a former Executive Direcrtor of Kin HQ.

So sad to hear of Jim’s passing. It’s been a number of years since we last saw each other but I will always remember his passion for all things Kin. He was such a gregarious, kind and thoughtful person. My condolences to the Watson family and to the Kin families of BC and Canada.

From: Bob Holmes
Relation: Fellow Kin

Marg and family. I am so deeply saddened to learn of Jim’s passing. I was honoured to have served with him on the Kin Canada Foundation to which he brought such positive and professional energy and leadership. I can say that the many good times all Kin shared with Jim over the years are precious memories and will remain his legacy. I will miss his annual birthday card and occasional friendly emails. My deepest sympathies to you. YIK. Bob

From: Carole & Bruce Glass
Relation: Was National President in 1081-82

Dear Marg and family
I followed Jim as National President and we had been district governors together. He had such a warm and comfortable sense of humour. Also, Jim could calm down situations very easily. Once, at a meeting emotions were becoming charged up and Jim just looked at everyone and asked : “Does it really matter?” and he was so right. It is nice to have positive thoughts about people like Jim.

cheers

Carole and Bruce Glass

From: Bill Fayle, National President 1988-89
Relation: Kinsmen

So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing, My condolences to his family. I knew Jim through Kinsmen. He was a very devoted person to all his causes. He will be missed

From: Bob De Clark
Relation: Kin friend

A few words from a Kin Song called “To Give With Your Heart” is how we think of Jim They are
“ GIVING MAKES LIVING A BEAUTIFUL THING”
Those words sum up our memories of Jim
Marg- to you and you family our condolences
Bob and Delaine De Clark

From: Audrey Staudacher
Relation: vOLUNTEERING

“THE HEART IS NEVER READY,THE TIME IS NEVER RIGHT TO SAY GOODBY’. I only met Jim 8 Months ago when he came to work at L’Arche. But I felt like I had known him much longer, he had that affect on people. Jim was excellent at his job. My condolences to his family. So many people will miss him.

From: CARL JACKSON
Relation: Kinsmen Rehab Board and Kin functions.

I am deeply sad by the news of Jim’s passing. My condolences go out to Mary, Todd and all the Watson family. Jim was a mentor to me in my years with the Kinsmen Foundation as a board member and years as Chairman of the Board. His advise and guidance to me in those years was invaluable. Jim’s accomplishment throughout life were far above most leaders and his knowledge and guidance will be missed by many. I will always remember the many golf games we had with other friends after meetings and at charity events, as well as the fellowship at many Kinsmen functions. RIP my friend.

From: Robert Seckler jr.
Relation: Father of best friend

1979 was the first time I met Jim Watson (never called him that it was Mr. Watson) when his son Todd and I first became friends. He would always laugh at the stories Todd and I told him.
Especially when we were in the Army. !
Mr. Watson was always a kind , generous man who seemed to have unwavering patience, , love and support for his family and friends. The entire Watson family took me in and we’re always supportive . Mr.Watson rest in peace and thank you for the fond memories , support and always smiling when I saw you.