Birth date: Dec 27, 1919 Death date: Jul 30, 2009
Colonel Thomas E. Watson Jr., U.S. Army Retired, passed away peacefully at his home in DuPont, Washington, on July 30, 2009. Tommy was a true soldier of the greatest generation, placing his boots on all the major beaches of Europ Read Obituary
Josie, do you remember a boy named Peter from Ft Adams? Col Watson was a caring friend to my mom, who worked at the war College, when she needed a military friend. Your dad was so cool. Do I remember stories about his height and your name getting onto the draft list? If you'd like to reconnect after 50 years, I'm open to it. [email protected] If not, that's ok. You and he are still cherished in my memories.
We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We will remember the good discussions we had and our contacts with "Leghorn 6" over the years. Our condolences to Kitty and all of his wonderful family.
Mary & Fred Ems##imported-begin##Fred & Mary Ems##imported-end##
I first met Tom many years ago, when he enrolled in the Pierce County Master Gardener Program. I was the Wash. State Univ. Horticulture Agent for the county and I was responsible for the program.
Tom was a gardener first class! With his extensive and distinguished military background, he became an immediate asset to us. I was military at one time myself, so we had a common ground from which to function as friends and Master Gardeners.
Tom was the leader of the Master Gardener Clinic at McChord-Fort Lewis A/F Base Exchange and it was the best organized and most effective company of volunteers we had. It always functioned perfectly because of Tom's fine organizational abilities.
He invited me many times to be a guest speaker at his clinic and continued to include me even after I retired; it was always a pleasurable experience to work with him. His dedication to WSU and Pierce County was absolute;despite suffering so much orthopedic discomfort and in spite of painful setbacks, he always did a splendid job and achieved a great sense of accomplishment and satisfaction in this last career.
Each year Tom and Kitty generously opened their home and rose-filled garden to the McChord MGs and spouses for a get-together away from work. My wife Susi and I always felt grateful and honored to be included in this annual occasion.
We are both deeply saddened at Tom's passing and wish to extend our most heartfelt condolences to all of you in his family.You have lost a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, and we have lost an enthusiastic Master Gardener, rosarian and good friend.
George Pinyuh##imported-begin##George Pinyuh##imported-end##
Col Thomas Watson will be truly missed. He commanded OCS when I attended and graduated. He had a profound impact on me in my military and personal life. I stayed in in touch with him through the years and will miss him.##imported-begin##John C Kramer##imported-end##
Kitty, I lost Wanda in May 2002 after 63 years and know how very tragic it is to lose a life companion. I respected Tom as an officer and treasured his friendship. We first met in Korea in 1952. I remember our service together at Fort Sill in 1965 and value the fact that I got to meet you. God Bless and Keep you and the children.
Ralph##imported-begin##Colonel Ralph I. Williams##imported-end##
Dear Kitty and family,
We so sorry to hear of Tommy passing. I first met him as a Master Gardener and loved his sense of humor as well as his knowledge. He was a remarkable man and will truly be missed. Our condolences to you and your family. Dick and Juley Hoffmeister##imported-begin##Dick and Juley Hoffmeister##imported-end##
Kitty, please accept my condolences on the passing of your wonderful husband. He was a fine man and a good friend. John considered him a fine officer and a very good friend indeed. We will pray for the repose of Tommy's soul and keep you in our prayers.
Shandelle Manning##imported-begin##Shandelle Manning##imported-end##
