Carl Augustus Watson, 100, died on Friday, January 18, 2019 in Bradenton, FL.
He was born in Palmetto on March 18, 1918 to Minnie L. Thompson Watson and Willie L. Watson of Lake County, FL. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, W.L. "Bill" Watson.
He is survived by his wife of 79 years, Lula Mae Craig Watson, and three children: Joyce Watson Kotecki (Leon) of Palmetto, FL, Carey A. Watson of Custer, SD, and Deanna Watson Paris (Jim) of Palmetto, FL. He also leaves five grandchildren: Richard Hyatt (Renee), Sheryl Watson, Dena James, Julie McNaughton (Joe), Jake Paris (Erin), eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Carl was known for his love of family. Nothing exemplified this legacy of love more than his devotion to the love of his life, Lula Mae, and to his children and family. Quiet and humble by nature, he was a gentleman and a Christian known for his integrity and character. He was also blessed with remarkably good health, especially considering his love for junk food. Those who knew him can easily recall his affinity for sweets.
Carl lived most of his young life on the Thompson family homestead known as Atwater Point or referred to as "The Point" on the Manatee River west of Palmetto. Carl's grandfather, Marion Thompson, a retired sea captain and pioneer resident of Manatee County, built a long dock for fishing boats and constructed net spreads where nets were hung after fishing trips. At an early age, Carl learned commercial fishing skills and the art of making and mending fishing net as well as the skills of boating and navigating the numerous local waterways. He carried on the traditions of his family's heritage to his children and grandchildren and was a lifetime member of the Palmetto Historical Commission.
In the 1930s, Carl served in the U.S. National Guard. He was a successful plastering contractor in the 1950-60s. After the building boom, he went back to his passion - commercial fishing. He continued his love of making fishing nets for his many fishing friends after retiring. He became widely known for his high-quality custom cast nets and bait nets.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 23 at 11:00 AM followed by the service at 12:00 PM at the Groover Funeral Home on Ellenton-Gillette Road in Ellenton, FL. The Rev. Stephen Rasmussen of First United Methodist Church of Palmetto will officiate. A graveside service will follow at the Palmetto Cemetery at 10th Street and 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Palmetto, 330 11th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221 or to the Palmetto Historical Commission, 515 10th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221.
Obit published by Groover Funeral Home, Ellenton, FL.
He was born in Palmetto on March 18, 1918 to Minnie L. Thompson Watson and Willie L. Watson of Lake County, FL. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, W.L. "Bill" Watson.
He is survived by his wife of 79 years, Lula Mae Craig Watson, and three children: Joyce Watson Kotecki (Leon) of Palmetto, FL, Carey A. Watson of Custer, SD, and Deanna Watson Paris (Jim) of Palmetto, FL. He also leaves five grandchildren: Richard Hyatt (Renee), Sheryl Watson, Dena James, Julie McNaughton (Joe), Jake Paris (Erin), eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Carl was known for his love of family. Nothing exemplified this legacy of love more than his devotion to the love of his life, Lula Mae, and to his children and family. Quiet and humble by nature, he was a gentleman and a Christian known for his integrity and character. He was also blessed with remarkably good health, especially considering his love for junk food. Those who knew him can easily recall his affinity for sweets.
Carl lived most of his young life on the Thompson family homestead known as Atwater Point or referred to as "The Point" on the Manatee River west of Palmetto. Carl's grandfather, Marion Thompson, a retired sea captain and pioneer resident of Manatee County, built a long dock for fishing boats and constructed net spreads where nets were hung after fishing trips. At an early age, Carl learned commercial fishing skills and the art of making and mending fishing net as well as the skills of boating and navigating the numerous local waterways. He carried on the traditions of his family's heritage to his children and grandchildren and was a lifetime member of the Palmetto Historical Commission.
In the 1930s, Carl served in the U.S. National Guard. He was a successful plastering contractor in the 1950-60s. After the building boom, he went back to his passion - commercial fishing. He continued his love of making fishing nets for his many fishing friends after retiring. He became widely known for his high-quality custom cast nets and bait nets.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 23 at 11:00 AM followed by the service at 12:00 PM at the Groover Funeral Home on Ellenton-Gillette Road in Ellenton, FL. The Rev. Stephen Rasmussen of First United Methodist Church of Palmetto will officiate. A graveside service will follow at the Palmetto Cemetery at 10th Street and 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Palmetto, 330 11th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221 or to the Palmetto Historical Commission, 515 10th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221.
Obit published by Groover Funeral Home, Ellenton, FL.
Carl Augustus Watson, 100, died on Friday, January 18, 2019 in Bradenton, FL.
He was born in Palmetto on March 18, 1918 to Minnie L. Thompson Watson and Willie L. Watson of Lake County, FL. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, W.L. "Bill" Watson.
He is survived by his wife of 79 years, Lula Mae Craig Watson, and three children: Joyce Watson Kotecki (Leon) of Palmetto, FL, Carey A. Watson of Custer, SD, and Deanna Watson Paris (Jim) of Palmetto, FL. He also leaves five grandchildren: Richard Hyatt (Renee), Sheryl Watson, Dena James, Julie McNaughton (Joe), Jake Paris (Erin), eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Carl was known for his love of family. Nothing exemplified this legacy of love more than his devotion to the love of his life, Lula Mae, and to his children and family. Quiet and humble by nature, he was a gentleman and a Christian known for his integrity and character. He was also blessed with remarkably good health, especially considering his love for junk food. Those who knew him can easily recall his affinity for sweets.
Carl lived most of his young life on the Thompson family homestead known as Atwater Point or referred to as "The Point" on the Manatee River west of Palmetto. Carl's grandfather, Marion Thompson, a retired sea captain and pioneer resident of Manatee County, built a long dock for fishing boats and constructed net spreads where nets were hung after fishing trips. At an early age, Carl learned commercial fishing skills and the art of making and mending fishing net as well as the skills of boating and navigating the numerous local waterways. He carried on the traditions of his family's heritage to his children and grandchildren and was a lifetime member of the Palmetto Historical Commission.
In the 1930s, Carl served in the U.S. National Guard. He was a successful plastering contractor in the 1950-60s. After the building boom, he went back to his passion - commercial fishing. He continued his love of making fishing nets for his many fishing friends after retiring. He became widely known for his high-quality custom cast nets and bait nets.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 23 at 11:00 AM followed by the service at 12:00 PM at the Groover Funeral Home on Ellenton-Gillette Road in Ellenton, FL. The Rev. Stephen Rasmussen of First United Methodist Church of Palmetto will officiate. A graveside service will follow at the Palmetto Cemetery at 10th Street and 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Palmetto, 330 11th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221 or to the Palmetto Historical Commission, 515 10th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221.
Obit published by Groover Funeral Home, Ellenton, FL.
He was born in Palmetto on March 18, 1918 to Minnie L. Thompson Watson and Willie L. Watson of Lake County, FL. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, W.L. "Bill" Watson.
He is survived by his wife of 79 years, Lula Mae Craig Watson, and three children: Joyce Watson Kotecki (Leon) of Palmetto, FL, Carey A. Watson of Custer, SD, and Deanna Watson Paris (Jim) of Palmetto, FL. He also leaves five grandchildren: Richard Hyatt (Renee), Sheryl Watson, Dena James, Julie McNaughton (Joe), Jake Paris (Erin), eleven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Carl was known for his love of family. Nothing exemplified this legacy of love more than his devotion to the love of his life, Lula Mae, and to his children and family. Quiet and humble by nature, he was a gentleman and a Christian known for his integrity and character. He was also blessed with remarkably good health, especially considering his love for junk food. Those who knew him can easily recall his affinity for sweets.
Carl lived most of his young life on the Thompson family homestead known as Atwater Point or referred to as "The Point" on the Manatee River west of Palmetto. Carl's grandfather, Marion Thompson, a retired sea captain and pioneer resident of Manatee County, built a long dock for fishing boats and constructed net spreads where nets were hung after fishing trips. At an early age, Carl learned commercial fishing skills and the art of making and mending fishing net as well as the skills of boating and navigating the numerous local waterways. He carried on the traditions of his family's heritage to his children and grandchildren and was a lifetime member of the Palmetto Historical Commission.
In the 1930s, Carl served in the U.S. National Guard. He was a successful plastering contractor in the 1950-60s. After the building boom, he went back to his passion - commercial fishing. He continued his love of making fishing nets for his many fishing friends after retiring. He became widely known for his high-quality custom cast nets and bait nets.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 23 at 11:00 AM followed by the service at 12:00 PM at the Groover Funeral Home on Ellenton-Gillette Road in Ellenton, FL. The Rev. Stephen Rasmussen of First United Methodist Church of Palmetto will officiate. A graveside service will follow at the Palmetto Cemetery at 10th Street and 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Palmetto, 330 11th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221 or to the Palmetto Historical Commission, 515 10th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221.
Obit published by Groover Funeral Home, Ellenton, FL.
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