February 17, 1953 – June 15, 2019
Samuel George Watson, age 66, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at Pinawa Hospital after a long battle with cancer. He was born February 17, 1953, in Winnipeg, to Richard “Dick” and Mary (McWilliams) Watson. He married his high school sweetheart Kathleen Martin in 1974 and together they raised their children Keith and Jennifer in the family home he built in West St. Paul, MB. He had a passion for solving mechanical problems both at work and at home, displaying a wonderful knack for skills in all trades. Sam had an uncanny ability to fix anything and loved helping others; often putting the needs of others ahead of his own. Sam truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; working in the garage, watching his children and grandchildren play sports, travelling, camping, spending time with friends, family and his dogs.
He is survived by his wife, Kathleen; son, Keith, daughter-in-law, Susanne and their children Nolan and Katie; daughter, Jennifer and son in law, Kristopher Lehfellner; brother, Tom Watson; sister, Julie (Rudy) Huver; sister Susan (Ken) Sigardson; as well as many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to send their sincerest gratitude to Dr. M. Bruneau and staff of Pinawa Hospital for their care and compassion.
Family, friends, and others whose lives Sam touched are invited to the Celebration of Life at Northwood Community Centre at 1415 Burrows Ave, from 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2019, to reminisce, grieve, support each other and, of course, just chat.
In lieu of flowers, we kindly request that donations be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society in honour of Sam’s name and his love for animals.
24 thoughts on “Samuel George Watson”
Our deepest condolences to Katey and family Sams talents and friendship will be missed by all
I am so very sorry Kathy, Keith, Jenny and family for the loss of Sam. He was a wonderful, kind and generous man who will not be forgotten.
Our sincere condolences to Kathy and family with the loss of a wonderful and talented man. A life taken too soon.
Our deepest condolences to Kathy and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Our condolences to Kathy and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sam was a great cousin.
Our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you at this difficult time. I’m truly sorry for your loss. He’ll forever be in your hearts! ❤️❤️
Sincere condolences to Kathy, and your family. Our special memory of Sam is the wonderful snowmobile weekend we had at a Riding Mountain National Park. Such lovely rides and hearty laughs at the cabin following a day of snowmobiling. Hugs to you.
There are no words we can say, short of he was a great man and loved by many. To Kathy and family we send our hearth felt sentiments and condolences.
We are thinking of Kathy & family at this difficult time and send our deepest condolences. We have fond memories of our cousin Sam.
SAM will be remembered at Air Canada by many of us. We have many good memories in work and outside of work. What comes to memory is the cold winter nights he would work on friends cars and keep us warm with a wood fire of old pallets. Our sincere condolences from both of us to all Sam’s family.
known Sam and Kathy forever..Sam was a great Family man and friend..drove out to miniota for many years with Sam on our deer hunting trips always lots of laughs and great memories..rest in peace my friend..god bless
Julie and Rudy, sending my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your brother. I hope your wonderful memories will give you comfort now, and in the days ahead.
hi kathy,we are still in shock.we had some good times in the early days at air canada .lots of good things to think about
Best wishes to Sams family in this difficult time . He was a great cottage neighbor and friend. He was always friendly and willing to help . We are glad that he is not suffering any more .
We’re so sorry to hear about Sam. Our deepest condolences to Kathy and family. A beautiful soul is never forgotten. He will be missed by many.
I spent 30 years with Air Canada Maintenance, Sam was a wonderful individual, always so pleasant . If you needed Sams assistance he was always eager to help, My sincere condolences to the family, may Sam rest in piece.
Our thoughts are with your family Kathy. Sam and I shared the same passion in helping others that need mechanical help. He taught me all about our Mercury motor and its workings. Gonna miss the tool guy and his work related conversation that we entertained each other with. God Bless I will miss you.
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Sam. Our condolences to you Kathy and your Family.
Tom, my deepest condolences on the loss of your brother, and sincere sympathy to your family.
SAM had a heart of gold. He had a gentle spirit about him, allways kind, friendly and caring. He will be forever loved and missed by all whose life he touched. He faced his illness with courage. Although we can no longer see, hear, or touch him, the memories of him will live on FOREVER in the hearts of those who loved him.
GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN WE LOVE YOU SAM.
I’m so sorry to hear about Sam unfortunately I just found out Sam is one of the most kindest beautiful people I’ve ever known is a great big heart
He just adored his wife Kathy and loved his kids so much I’m so sorry for their loss ! He had a great sense of humour and was a pleasure to be around I hope all is well I just want to say how sorry I was to hear about Sam He was the person that was always there to give a helping hand just a beautiful person
My thoughts are with the whole family I’m sure they must miss them every day always Bonnie Legere
I’m so sorry to hear about Sam I just recently found out Sam was one of the most kindest beautiful people I’ve ever known a big heart
He just adored his wife Kathy and loved his kids so much I’m so sorry for your loss ! He had a great sense of humour and was a pleasure
always Bonnie Legere do
I’m so sorry to hear about Sam I just recently found out Sam was one of the most kindest beautiful people I’ve ever known So sorry for all your loss