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Ernest Watson Obituary

Ernest entered into eternal rest at his residence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana surrounded by his loving family on Friday, July 27, 2018. He was a 72 year old native of Baton Rouge and a U.S. Marine. Visitation at Neely U.M.C. on Friday, August 10, 2018 from 8:00 am until Masonic rites at 9:00 am; religious service at 10:00 am conducted by Rev. Issac Hammond; interment at Louisiana National Cemetery. Survivors include his devoted wife, Gwendolyn S. Watson; daughters, Toyia M. Watson, Montgomery, Alabama; and Tiffany R. Watson, Baton Rouge; granddaughter, Trinity Rosemarie Watson; sister, Rose Marie Howard, Altadena, California; other relatives and friends. Arrangements by Miller & Daughter Mortuary.

Published by The Advocate from Aug. 8 to Aug. 10, 2018.
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Glenda & Family,
Continued prayers for you. May God continue to sustain you in the days ahead.
The Jones Family,
Bev, Linda, Jewell, Clyde, Arthur.

August 16, 2018

To Tiffany and the Watson family, sorry for your loss; Mr. Watson was a an exceptional man and wonderful band parent. He truly put his heart and all into everything he did. It was a pleasure to have known him. May you fine comfort in God's care during this most difficult time. Praying for family

Brenda Taylor

August 11, 2018

Mr. Ernest you will be truly missed. I know you are doing so much better. Love you Always!

Tametra Patrick

August 10, 2018

Glenda my heart and prayers are with you and your family.

Rochelle Bell

August 9, 2018

With deepest sympathy to a wonderful friend and classmate.

Murphy Webb

August 9, 2018

Daddy I love you so much. I carry you in my heart. No more pain and suffering. Love you always,
Your loving daughter

Tiffany Watson

August 9, 2018

God Bless the Family... Thanks for all he has teached me, I will miss him.

Comrade R. Dale Whitehead

August 9, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Scottie Ripple

August 9, 2018

Sorry to hear of your loss of your love one. My deepest sympathies to all who lost him. My the God of tender mercies sustain you during this sad time. Ps.94:19.Thank you for your service to this nation. Ernest live a full love of service to others. Take your Rest fellow Marine, job well done. Rest In Peace my brother.

Marion Lee (USMC)

August 9, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the family

Southern Lab School
Class "64"

Jo Ann Simon Haywood

August 9, 2018

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