Mark Richard A. Watson

Mark Richard Alexander Watson passed away suddenly at Smoky Lake, Alberta on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the age of 53 years, beloved husband of Corinne Watson of Redcliff.  Mark was born at Edlington, England to Fran and Mel Watson, and at the age of three years, moved with his family to Canada settling in Sparwood, B.C.  where he received his schooling.  His working career entailed several jobs including delivering newspapers, driving trucks in the mine, roofing, being a waiter and selling furniture, but settled on driving water and vac trucks.  Mark had the same employer for over 25 years.  In his free time, Mark liked to go camping, ATVing and taking time for his family as well as going on vacations - the latest being to the Dominican Republic to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.  Besides his wife Corinne, he leaves to cherish his memory their children Justin (Meray) Watson and Caitlin Watson; his parents Mel and Fran Watson; sisters Sherry (Don) Hoisington and Louise (Wayne) Walters; his in-laws Diane and Dave Veley, brother-in-law Shane (Jenn) Klatt; one nephew Greyson Klatt and four nieces Alyssa Hoisington, Rebecca Hoisington, Mackenzie Walters and Mia Walters. 

A celebration of Mark’s life will take place in the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTRE on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. 

The celebration of life will be livestreamed.  Those who wish to attend virtually please follow this link https://youtube.com/live/vOm-7-MNFy4 or select the "access the video" button below. 

A Reception will take place at the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Carriage House, at 3:30 p.m.  Those in attendance are encouraged to wear Hawaiian shirts and crocs. 

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